It's been an international break to forget for Mikel Arteta and Arsenal, with 12 players now uncertainties for their return to Premier League duties.

Thomas Tuchel admitted the fact so many Arsenal players had withdrawn from international duty looked "suspicious", but insisted there were no doubts over the honesty of the quartet of Three Lions stars to pull out.

While ex-Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor has suggested the Premier League should consider punishing players who withdraw from representing their nation to 'benefit' their club: "It's an honour to play for your country. It doesn't sit right with me."

Arsenal have had 11 players pull out of international duty(Image: GLYN KIRK, AFP via Getty Images)

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Martin Zubimendi is the most recent to withdraw from his national team, presenting a significant worry for the Gunners. Another injury setback occurred when Piero Hincapie pulled out of the Ecuador squad before Tuesday evening's clash with the Netherlands.

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