Arsenal defender Gael Clichy laid up for a month after suffering broken back

Arsenal left back Gael Clichy has suffered a suspected stress fracture in his lower back.The France international, who was linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer, has been ruled out for up to a month.His time on the sidelines will give promising 20-year-old Kieran Gibbs a chance to stake his claim for a place in the England team ahead of next summer's World Cup. Out of action: Gael Clichy (left) won't be seen in an Arsenal shirt for a monthGibbs impressed in Clichy's absence last season and has again looked up to the job in the Carling Cup this season.The Under 21 international goes straight into the squad to face AZ Alkmaar in the Champions League on Wednesday night.Midfielder Tomas Rosicky is also in contention for the clash at the Emirates Stadium following a kneeproblem. In the running: Tomas Rosicky (centre) trains ahead of the match against AZ Striker Nicklas Bendtner (groin), goalkeeper Lukas Fabianski (thigh), Theo Walcott (knee), Denilson (back) remain out. Team (from): Almunia, Gibbs, Vermaelen, Gallas, Sagna, Song,Fabregas, Diaby, Arshavin, van Persie, Eduardo, Mannone, Eboue, Ramsey,Senderos, Nasri, Rosicky, Silvestre. Arsenal poised for US takeover as Kroenke nudges closer to ownershipTHE LIST: The 50 finest footballers to have played for Tottenham or ArsenalTottenham are top of the league! Spurs set the Premier League benchmark when it comes to coaching pedigreeCHARLES SALE: A dozen Premier League clubs are proud of poppiesARSENAL FC

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