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Arsenal's Thomas Vermaelen missed three rounds due to injury in the Premier League on Sunday, with his absence likely to impact their chances of securing promotion next season.
Vermaelen is one of the most consistent strikers for Arsenal, and his absence has been a significant blow for the team. The club had hoped that he would be back in action by the end of the season, but he was ruled out of action for the first two rounds of fixtures due to an ankle injury sustained earlier this month.
The injury is expected to sideline Vermaelen for the remainder of the campaign, which could have a significant impact on Arsenal's chances of securing promotion. If they lose him for the rest of the season, it will mean losing one of their key players at the heart of their attack.
However, there are still plenty of other players who can fill the void left by Vermaelen. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, for example, has shown glimpses of form this season, and could provide some stability in midfield if he is able to return to fitness.
Overall, though, it remains to be seen how much impact Vermaelen's absence will have on Arsenal's chances of winning another Premier League title. They will need to find a replacement quickly, given that they face tough competition from top-flight teams such as Manchester City and Liverpool.