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Soham Mukherjee

Chloe Kelly suffers injury setback! Arsenal star faces frustrating halt to WSL campaign after making permanent switch from Man City

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Arsenal star Chloe Kelly has suffered an injury setback early in the campaign after making a permanent switch from Manchester City in the summer. The winger kicked off the Women’s Super League season in electric fashion with a goal in the Gunners’ 4-1 demolition of London Lionesses. But hopes of seeing her build on that momentum were halted when she was left out of the squad to face West Ham.

  • Kelly suffers injury frustration after bright start

    Tim Stillman has now revealed that Kelly’s absence was down to a “knock” rather than anything more sinister. But the news will still spark concern among Arsenal fans eager to see their new star shine regularly this term.

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    Kelly’s Arsenal homecoming after City struggles

    Kelly’s career has come full circle with her return to Arsenal, the club where she first developed as a youth player. After several years at City, her influence began to wane as she slipped out of the regular starting XI and even lost her place in Sarina Wiegman’s England squad.

  • European glory reignited Kelly’s career

    The highlight of Kelly’s temporary spell came in Europe, where she delivered decisive performances that underpinned Arsenal’s continental triumph. Her resurgence in form also coincided with a remarkable international summer, as she helped England clinch a second successive Euros crown. Those achievements made Arsenal’s move to secure her permanently after her City contract expired a no-brainer. The Gunners believe that they have landed a player with both pedigree and unfinished business in red and white.

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    Kelly eyes return ahead of blockbuster clash with Manchester United

    Arsenal are cautiously optimistic that Kelly’s injury won’t rule her out of the high-stakes clash with Manchester United on September 21, with hopes pinned on her recovery progressing swiftly. Having someone with Kelly’s pace, power, and direct running on the flank could be vital against the Red Devils.