Jurrien Timber will sit out Holland’s Nations League clash against Germany this evening following an agreement between Arsenal and the Dutch Football Association to manage his ongoing groin recovery.
The 25-year-old defender has been rebuilding fitness since a problematic groin injury ruled him out of this summer’s World Cup. He made his first start in over five months last Saturday in Arsenal’s 3-0 defeat to Brighton, playing an hour before being substituted.
New Netherlands boss Xavi confirmed earlier this week that there is an understanding between both parties to avoid taking unnecessary risks with Timber’s workload. Medical staff from Arsenal and Holland held talks before the international break to share information and agree on his management.
Timber has described his appearance in last season’s Champions League final as “a miracle” given the limitations he felt during that period. He explained that whilst he felt good during that specific week, “I felt I couldn’t go all out. You can get away with that in training, not in a match.”
The defender did not train with Holland’s squad on Monday or Tuesday, instead following an individual programme on the bike before rejoining the group on Wednesday.
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