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Full 90 in return Zinchenko (groin) played the full 90 during Thursday's 2-1 win over Utrecht.

Impact Zinchenko returned to the starting XI on Thursday and was deemed fit enough to play the full 90. The left-back was solid throughout the match, but did little to show he deserves a consistent starting role. Now that he's back fit he should compete for first team minutes during a busy December period.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Thursday Zinchenko (groin) is travelling with the team to Utrecht and should return in Thursday's Europa League clash, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting...

Impact Zinchenko should be back available for Thursday's Europe League clash against Utrecht and could play some minutes after travelling with the squad and likely clearing his groin injury. This is good news for Forest since the defender has a good experience and has been an undisputed starter when fit and available for Forest. Once fully back fit, he will compete with Neco Williams for the starting spot at left-back.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Working on grass Zinchencko (groin) was mentioned by coach Sean Dyche, who told the media he "is on the grass and doing fine" in Thursday's press conference, according to Katie Stafford of BBC Spor...

Impact Zinchenko has taken part in practice for a few days and seems to be close to returning following a one-month absence. The left-back had previously made five starts between September and October. He's expected to be an alternative to current starter Neco Williams as soon as he's ready to play.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Zinchenko (groin) is back in training, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Oleksandr is back in training."

Impact Zinchenko has returned to training this week after an extended absence, with the defender missing the past seven games due to his injuries. This is positive news, as a return is likely to come within the next week or two. A return this week still seems to be unlikely, with a return against Tottenham on Dec. 14 seeming to be the most feasible.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to resume training Zinchenko (groin) has yet to return to training and will remain sidelined until further notice, manager Sean Dyche told media during his pre-match press conference Thursday. "Zinch...

Impact Zinchenko is dealing with a groin injury that has kept him sidelined for the last weeks, and his previous appearance for Frest came on Oct. 23 in the UEFA Europa League against Porto. Based on Dyche's recent words, it might be a while before Zinchenko returns to action with the Trick Trees.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to miss further time Zinchenko (groin) is not an option for Saturday's match against Manchester United and is expected to be out longer than expected, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting o...

Impact Zinchenko is still out and appears ready to miss more time than expected after initially being expected to be touch-and-go, with the defender now expected to be out longer. This is rough news for the club, with Ola Aina (hamstring) already out long-term, now losing yet another left-back, likely until the international break. Nicolo Savona should now see the start in his spot, with Morato having an outside chance after starting at left-back once this season.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Touch and go for Bournemouth match Zinchenko (strain) is questionable for Sunday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Zinchenko, after coming off, we'll wait and...

Impact Zinchenko had to be taken off the field early in Thursday's UEL match and will now need to pass some fitness tests to be an option Sunday, heading into the game as a late call. This is a brutal development for the defender who has already missed six games through injury this season while starting in their past two games, possibly forcing a change just after winning the starting role. He was replaced by Nicolo Savona, a likely replacement if he misses out again.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off before halftime Zinchenko was brought off before halftime during Thursday's clash with Porto, due to an apparent injury.

Impact Zinchenko is headed back to the sideline with his second injury of the year. There's obvious concern for another groin injury, which means Zinchenko has essentially no chance of playing against Bournemouth on Sunday. Nicolo Savona came on to replace Zinchenko for the second half of Thursday's clash.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Zinchenko (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Chelsea.

Impact Zinchenko was pictured in training Thursday and has now been cleared to return to action. The defender returns straight back into the starting lineup at left-back after missing six games earlier this season.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Fit once again Zinchenko (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Ange Postecoglou, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "They've had two good weeks a...

Impact Zinchenko was pictured in training Thursday but has upgraded his status, with the defender now cleared to return to action. This does declare the return of the club's starting left-back, good news after already missing six games this season. He will look to return to that spot immediately, with Nicolo Savona likely retreating to the bench in place of Zinchenko.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Zinchenko (groin) was pictured in training ahead of Saturday's clash with Chelsea.

Impact Zinchenko didn't link up with Ukraine during the international break, but it appears the injury isn't too serious. He missed out against Newcastle before the break but is now back in training. When Zinchenko is fit he's been a consistent starter at left-back, going the full 90 in every match he started. Neco Williams got the starts while Zinchenko was sidelined.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Not with Ukraine Zinchenko (groin) wasn't called up by Ukraine for the international break.

Impact Zinchenko has been struggling with a groin injury prior to the international break, and wasn't called up by Ukraine. The defender missed the final two matches before the break due to the same issue. Zinchenko's first chance to return is an Oct. 18 clash with Chelsea, but that would require a return to training during the break.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Newcastle Zinchenko (groin) is out for Sunday's trip to Newcastle, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "It is nothing significant. It will put him out tomorrow night and probably the week...

Impact Zinchenko is out Sunday, unsurprisingly with the amount he's played in recent weeks. The injury isn't expected to be a serious one, but it will be enough to get Zinchenko a second match off. He is expected to be back fully fit and ready to go for an Oct. 18 clash with Chelsea after the break. That should bring Neco Williams into the starting XI for a second match.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Midtjylland Zinchenko is out for Thursday's match against Midtjylland due to a groin injury, according to manager Ange Postecoglou, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "Oleksandr is not...

Impact Zinchenko will not be an option Thursday after he suffered some groin pain in their last contest, now resting Thursday to nurse the injury after some soreness. He will also be questionable for Sunday's match against Newcastle, likely to be a late call for that contest. The club is low in full-back options, so this will force some changes, with Morato and Neco Williams likely to serve on the flanks while Murillo (thigh) returns to center-back after injury.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in debut Zinchenko registered three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Burnley.

Impact For a left-back, three shots sum up a welcome stat, which Zinchenko provided with his Nottingham debut. Ola Aina (hamstring) will be out indefinitely moving forward, so it looks like the Ukrainian may have a chance to play regularly moving forward. Like the weekend, Forest may shift Neco Williams from left-back to right-back, with Zinchenko taking the former. During the 2024-25 Premier League, for Arsenal, he logged 15 appearances (five starts) with one assist on three chances created and 10 shots.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back available after loan-lock Zinchenko is back available after being loan-locked for Saturday's game against Arsenal.

Impact Zinchenko is no longer loan-locked and is available again for his new club Nottingham Forest. The Ukrainian is expected to return directly to the starting XI against Burnley on Saturday as the team is dealing with injuries in the backline, and new coach Ange Postecoglou will likely need his experience to bring balance in defense.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Loan-locked to face Arsenal Zinchenko is unavailable to face Arsenal due to being loan-locked.

Impact Zinchenko will be sidelined for his first match with Nottingham, as the defender will be facing his parent club and will be loan-locked for the contest. This is unfortunate for the club, as Ola Aina (hamstring) just went down injured, and they are awaiting the fitness of Nicolo Savona (ankle). That said, he will next be available to face Burnley on Sept. 20, likely securing a bench spot unless injuries are still an issue.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Forest Zinchenko has been loaned to Nottingham Forest from Arsenal, according to his parent club.

Impact Zinchenko is away from Arsenal for the season as expected after a drop in minutes, joining fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest. He only started in five of his 15 appearances last season, but is a versatile player who has proved he is a Premier League talent. He will now look to compete with Neco Williams for starting time, a battle that could be quite competitive.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Transfer hint? Forgotten Arsenal man Oleksandr Zinchenko reflects on 'worst season' of his career & insists Mikel Arteta 'no longer believed in him' | Goal.com US Arsenal's Oleksandr Zinchenko described the 2024-25 season as the 'worst season' of his career, as he claimed that Mikel Arteta stopped beli...

AUGUST 13 • GOAL.COM

Barely plays Zinchenko assisted once in 15 appearances (five starts) in the Premier League.

Impact Zinchenko hardly got on the pitch this season, both due to injuries and simply poor form. Even when he was healthy to end the season, Zinchenko went unused in four of the final seven matches. He has one year left on this contract which should keep him in North London for next season, but it's tough to see him taking on more than a bench role.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist Zinchenko assisted on Arsenal's fourth goal in a 4-0 win over Ipswich Town Sunday.

Impact The veteran defender got the start and played the whole game, so it's possible he gets sent back to the bench Wednesday against Crystal Palace. Should he get time, he might have success going forward again with Palace conceding 10 goals over its last three matches.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in second leg Zinchenko scored Arsenal's first goal in a 2-2 draw against PSV Eindhoven Wednesday in UCL play.

Impact Zinchenko got the start with Arsenal resting some of its top players thanks to a big aggregate lead. The defender was able to make the most of his opportunity, and he could see more playing time going forward as a result. However, he likely goes back to the bench Sunday against Chelsea.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

LaLiga giants edge closer to surprise move for Arsenal star: Reports Atletico Madrid are reportedly moving closer to acquiring Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko's signature in the ongoing transfer window.

JANUARY 31 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Oleksandr Zinchenko tops Borussia Dortmund's wanted list as Arsenal star 'expected to leave' in January transfer window | Goal.com US Borussia Dortmund are readying a move for Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko, who is expected to leave north London this month.

JANUARY 23 • GOAL.COM

Unused off bench Zinchencko (calf) went unused off the bench in Friday's 1-0 win over Ipswich Town.

Impact Zinchenko made his way back to the team sheet from an undisclosed issue Friday after a four-match absence. However, the defender would go unused, remaining on the bench for the full 90. He has only started in two of his six appearances this season, so a bench role is likely moving forward.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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