David Luiz will not play in Arsenal’s Europa League clash with Rapid Vienna on Thursday due to Sunday’s injury.

The Brazilian collided with Raul Jimenez but was declared fit to continue the game whiles the Mexican was withdrawn for a fractured skull in the Gunners 2-1 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Luiz’s bandage through the match was seen leaking blood with many wondering what he was still doing on the pitch in blood but Arteta revealed that all protocols were followed for the player’s safety.

“Yes it was the first thing that I asked but the doctor did all the protocols, all the testing. David never lost consciousness, he was completely fine he was just not comfortable heading the ball,” Arteta said.

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With the cut still not healed, the club has released a statement which excludes the 33-year old from their European campaign tomorrow.

"Immediately after the accident on Sunday, protocols were completed with David, who thankfully maintained consciousness at all times. Stitches were applied to a cut on David’s forehead pitchside, and a bandage was secured on his head to protect the wound.
 
"With David showing no signs of concussion, the decision was made for him to continue playing with close monitoring. At half time David was further assessed and it was decided that due to the bleeding and discomfort he was experiencing from the deep cut to his head, that he would be substituted.
 
"David was visited at home by our club doctor on Monday during the scheduled day off and reported to our training centre on Tuesday. Close care of David’s cut and general monitoring of his wellbeing will continue in the coming days and David continues to be in good health"
 
"The cut to David’s head will take some days to heal and therefore he will not be available for Thursday’s match. We will continue to closely support and monitor David’s progress."

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