Arsenal's Thomas Out for 3 Rounds with Knee Injury

Arsenal's Thomas Vermaelen is set to miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury, according to reports.

Vermaelen has been out since mid-December after suffering a torn ACL in his right knee during Arsenal's 2-1 win over Manchester United on January 8th. The 35-year-old has struggled to get back into shape and has yet to fully recover from his injury.

The club confirmed the news on Tuesday, saying: "Thomas Vermaelen will be out for three rounds (with a knee injury) due to a torn ACL in his right knee."

Vermaelen's absence would be a huge blow for Arsenal, who have struggled this season without him as they struggle to keep pace with their rivals at the top of the Premier League table. They are currently sitting just two points behind leaders Liverpool, but have only managed five wins from their last 14 games.

Vermaelen's injury could also come as a surprise for many fans, given that he has been such a consistent performer throughout his career. He has scored more than 100 goals for Arsenal and has played a key role in helping the club to reach the Champions League final last year.

Despite the setback, Arsenal remain confident in Vermaelen's ability to return to full fitness and could potentially call up a new striker or a loanee if needed. However, it remains to be seen whether Vermaelen will be able to make a full recovery and play again for Arsenal next season.

In the meantime, the team will continue to search for a replacement for Vermaelen, hoping to secure a strong squad for the upcoming season.