Ben White has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a medial ligament injury, delivering a major setback to Arsenal FC at a crucial stage of their campaign.
The injury occurred during Arsenal’s clash against West Ham United, where White was forced off in the first half after picking up the knock.
According to reports from Sky Sports, the defender will now miss Arsenal’s final Premier League fixtures, including key matches against Burnley and Crystal Palace, as well as the club’s highly anticipated Champions League final later this month.
“Season Over” for White
The injury is described as a significant blow, especially as Arsenal continue their push for a first league title in over two decades.
White had also recently returned to the England setup under manager Thomas Tuchel, but his latest setback now puts his World Cup hopes in serious doubt.
“He will miss the Premier League run-in… and appears highly unlikely to feature at this summer’s World Cup,” reports confirmed.
Arsenal Facing Crucial Run-In Without Defender
Arsenal, who remain in contention for both the Premier League title and the UEFA Champions League, must now navigate the decisive phase of the season without one of their most reliable defenders.
White’s absence leaves a major gap in Arteta’s defensive setup as the team prepares for high-pressure fixtures in the coming weeks.
Tuchel is expected to name his tournament squad on May 22, but the defender’s chances of inclusion now appear slim unless recovery progress exceeds expectations.
