Arsenal star posts encouraging injury update from the gym, Arteta will be delighted

Eddie Nketiah has given supporters an insight into his recovery after posting a picture of himself working out in the gym.

Nketiah hasn't featured for the Gunners since their 4-0 win over Everton earlier this month, after picking up an ankle injury.

The 23-year-old has since missed out on Arsenal's dramatic 3-2 comeback against Bournemouth, their 2-2 stalemate with Sporting Lisbon and their comprehensive 3-0 win over Fulham.

The England U-21 international found himself as Mikel Arteta's first-choice striker following an injury to Gabriel Jesus, and played a key part in Arsenal's tricky run of fixtures in January. A memorable brace against Manchester United earned his side all three points at the Emirates.

However, the goals soon dried up, with Nketiah not scoring for seven consecutive games before sustaining an injury.

The mantle was passed to Gabriel Martinelli, who has occupied the number nine role in recent matches and managed an impressive four goals in his last five appearances.

But in a boost for Gunners fans, Nketiah took to social media on Monday to update fans on his progress.

Nketiah posts injury update

Nketiah posted a picture on Instagram displaying an empty gym, accompanied by the caption: "Step by step" and an hourglass and bicep emoji.

Although it remains unclear when the striker will return to action, with Arteta unwilling to put a timeframe on his recovery.

“We are assessing him [Nketiah],” Mikel Arteta said prior to his side’s win over the Cottagers. “It’s a bit uncertain what will happen with him to be honest in the training sessions.

“Let’s see, let’s keep the options open. He’s very positive about it and hopefully he’ll be fine.”

Fortunately for Arteta, he has Jesus back and at his disposal following his return to the first team.

The Brazilian has been sidelined since before the World Cup after suffering a knee injury, but is likely to feature against Sporting Lisbon on Thursday, as the Gunners look to secure progression into the Europa League quarter-finals.