The fourth game week this season could get tricky for FPL managers. Due to a long season, the summer transfer market has provided an influx of a lot of high-quality players, especially for aspiring teams like Aston Villa and Fulham. Meanwhile, the current big three in the league, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool have surprisingly gone low-key. But, as the league returns after its first break due to international games, injuries are the biggest concern for the FLP team owners.

The suddenly affected are last year’s champions City and its rival Arsenal who received a blow via its captain Martin Odegaard. While other teams like Manchester United and Newcastle are also having their issues, this month could see a revival. As the season is about to take off with greater momentum let’s look at the major injuries that could impact the fantasy managers.

Martin Odegaard worsens Arsenal’s scarcity as Tottenham faces another blow

1. Martin Odegaard

The Arsenal captain’s performance was one of the turning points in their home game against Brighton. Odegaard was uncomfortable the entire game due to a knock and the international break turned the spell into a disaster for Arsenal. The Norway star sprained his ankle earlier this week against Austria and left field in tears. While the extent of the injury is being assessed, reports suggest that he could be out for at least the whole month.

2. Yves Bissouma

While the North London Derby takes center stage this week, Even the rivals Tottenham Hotspur are hit with an additional update about their player Yves Bissouma. The midfielder was seen limping and was removed in the 65th minute of the AFCON qualification match for Mali. With early reports claiming him to be out, the assessment is still on and anything is possible. At the moment he is likely to miss the game suggests reports.

3. Leon Bailey

Aston Villa will take on Everton at home and will go in as favorites. But they will be without Leon Bailey after he suffered a hamstring injury in the game against Leicester City after stretching in an attempt to intercept a pass. The return date of the Jamaican winger is unknown, but it is claimed that Jacob Ramsey will replace the 27-year-old.

4. Nathan Ake

Pep Guardiola’s go-to left-back Nathan Ake has left the fans in despair after sustaining a hamstring issue in the game against Germany. The Dutch player was seen holding on to his ankle at the end of the first half after chasing a ball and was subsequently substituted. Guardiola suggested that he will be out until the next international break in October and is expected to miss 7 matches.

5. Cole Palmer

While Chelsea has a few issues to deal with, Cole Palmer shouldn’t add to them. Easily their best player last season, the Englishman started off where he left off this season. But Palmer pulled out of the England squad due to muscular fatigue after facing a hamstring issue against Servette in the Conference League. Nevertheless, the club is optimistic about his start against Bournemouth tomorrow

6. Malo Gusto

Chelsea are already suffering this season despite a transfer inpouring. Already affected by Reece James’ injury, French Under21 player Malo Gusto also caught a thigh injury in their draw against Crystal Palace. The right-back who has shown high promise this season, will miss the clash against Bournemouth. On the other hand, Romeo Lavia is expected to make his way back according to coach Enzo Maresca.

7. Callum Wilson

Newcastle United has been a team to watch out for after the takeover from the Saudi PIF. They started the season strong again without conceding a game. The club was waiting for a boost with Callum Wilson’s injury update but seems like it’s delayed. The striker was out since the beginning of the season due to a back injury. Nevertheless, according to their coach, his recovery is taking time although he hasn’t incurred any additional injury or strain. While the Magpies have a defensive crisis with Sven Botman and captain Jamaal Lascelles suffering ACL injuries, Wilson complimenting or backing up the attack for Alexander Isak would have been a morale booster.