Arsenal’s Mesut Ozul has allayed fears that he could be injured after he was substituted at half-time during his country’s World Cup qualifier against Northern Ireland.
The 27-year-old German not appearing for the second half led to speculation that he could be a doubt for the Gunners’ game against Swansea on Saturday.
But Ozul has since suggested on Twitter that he is not carrying an injury.
Thanks for taking care because of my substitution but everything is all right guys ?? #GERNIR #DieMannschaft
— Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) October 11, 2016
Germany’s 2-0 win in Hanover left them top of Group C after three matches and firmly on course for qualification.
Ozul being available this weekend would be a boost for Arsenal, who are third in the Premier League table after their opening seven matches of the season.
And their Champions League campaign will begin next week with a match against Bulgarian side Ludogorets Razgrad.
Francis Coquelin has been recovering from a knee problem and could return to the Gunners squad for the Swansea game.
Aaron Ramsey, meanwhile, has resumed full training following a hamstring problem.
However, Ramsey, who has been out since the opening day of the season, is not expected to be rushed back.