Takehiro Tomiyasu is the latest Arsenal star to undergo surgery with the defender seemingly ruled out for the rest of the season.
The 26-year-old's time in north London has been blighted by several injures since joining from Bologna in 2021.
knee knock suffered during the Gunners' pre-season tour of America last summer saw him miss the first six matches of the 2024/25 Premier League season.
His eagerly-awaited comeback came against Southampton on October 5 where he featured in the last six minutes of the club's 3-1 win at the Emirates Stadium.
But he hasn't stepped foot back on the pitch since having suffered a setback immediately after his sole appearance this campaign.