Alexis Sanchez will miss the Community Shield vs Chelsea on 2nd August at Wembley. Sanchez who is arguably Arsenal’s best player, will be a big loss for Arsenal.
Sanchez took part in the Copa America as his national side reached the final and beat Argentina on penalties to win the competition for the first time in Chile’s history. Therefore he has been given extended leave.
Wenger confirmed in Singapore earlier today that Sanchez won’t return to training until 3rd August; the day after the Community Shield.
Alexis Sanchez will be back in training on August 3.
Sanchez made 35 appearances in the Premier League last season scoring 16 goals. While in the FA Cup he made 6 appearances and scored 4. In the Capital One Cup he made just the 1 appearance and scored in his only appearance. In the Champions League he also did well scoring 3 goals in 7 appearances.
Arsenal will certainly be losing a crucial player to their team in the Community Shield and Chelsea’s task will be that little bit easier.
