Arsenal will be without forward Gabriel Martinelli against Nottingham Forest on Saturday after the Brazilian was ruled out for the rest of the season through injury, according to reports.
The 21-year-old was forced off during the Gunners' 3-0 defeat to Brighton last weekend following a challenge by Moises Caicedo. He was seen leaving the Emirates Stadium after the match wearing a protective boot.
Martinelli's injury is a blow to Mikel Arteta's side with the forward scoring 15 Premier League goals this season alongside five assists.
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The Athletic report that the Brazilian suffered ankle ligament damage during the defeat to the Seagulls but should be fit to return at the beginning of next season.
Saturday's game at the City Ground will be vital for both teams. Forest could be safe with a win and if other results go their way whilst Arsenal's title challenge would be officially over with defeat.
Steve Cooper's team are three points clear of the relegation zone with just two games left whilst the Gunners sit four points behind Manchester City having played a game more than the Citizens.
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