The Standard reports that Christos Tzolis will head back to Arsenal for assessment after suffering a suspected hamstring problem in Greece’s 2-2 draw with the Netherlands on Thursday. The winger was taken off after 18 minutes at the Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki, shortly after having a goal ruled out for offside.
According to the report, the early return means Tzolis will miss Greece’s Group A2 match against Germany on Sunday. Greece coach Ivan Jovanovic said the player initially did not want to come off, but also indicated the decision was made with medical input because the issue was muscular.
Almost Signed analysis: the useful change is not a confirmed diagnosis, but a shift from a live injury scare to an expected missed international fixture and a club-side check at Arsenal.
What remains unconfirmed
- The precise diagnosis of the injury.
- How long Tzolis will be unavailable after the assessment.