The theme of the crowded calendar for the vast majority of clubs in Europe continues to hold sway, while the dissent of many protagonists of the football panorama of the Old Continent spreads like wildfire. Ultimately the Arsenal defender Jurrien Timberwhich he attracted in today’s press conference on the eve of the Champions League match against PSG.
The Dutch defender, who missed almost all of last season with i Gunners due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury, he reconnected with the words of Rodri (Manchester City midfielder) regarding the players close to going on strike due to congested calendar: “Totally agree. It’s a very hot topic in the dressing rooms, not just at City and Liverpool, but in ours too. I didn’t play last season, so I’m enjoying the game at the moment – you won’t hear me complain – but I totally understand what they’re saying.”
While the question is whether players are more susceptible to serious injuries due to the high number of close matches: “Definitely. I honestly think it’s dangerous. Last week we played City and I think they played again two days later – it’s too much.” Then the necessary link to the testimony of Mikel Arteta, who suggested that the players make their voices heard: “It’s an excellent observation. The players are speaking at the moment and making their voices heard. It doesn’t seem like the situation is improving. reducing at the moment. We’re just trying to be present at every game to give our best, but it becomes difficult when the games keep coming, especially in England, without the winter break, it’s really difficult,” he added.