Timber (groin) could return to first-team training with Arsenal this week, according to Alex Howell of the BBC.
Analysis:Timber's groin issue first surfaced toward the end of last season and eventually required a minor surgical procedure, keeping him out of Arsenal's pre-season. He was ruled out of Sunday's Community Shield against Manchester City, but manager Mikel Arteta said he was "progressing really well" and had returned to the pitch as the club gradually increased his workload. Timber's recovery now appears to be ahead of schedule, with reports suggesting he could return to full first-team training as early as this week. If he comes through those sessions without a reaction, he will then build up his workload before returning to match action, putting him on course to feature in the opening weeks of the Premier League season.
