[Image] Arsenal starlet returns to training and sends powerful message

Serge Gnabry has seen his Arsenal career come to a bit of a standstill since his lengthy layoff with injury, but is hoping to force his way back into the side this season.

The young German star has been absent from our pre-season due to his commitments with the international youth set up. He was handed an extended holiday following his involvement in the European U21 Championships, but took to Instagram to announce his return to training.

Check out the image below:

I’ve been back in training for a week now after my European Under-21 Championship holidays. The mission as of now: full power & giving everything #afc #COYG

A photo posted by Serge Gnabry (@sergegnabry) on Jul 29, 2015 at 6:50am PDT

Gnabry also revealed his mission for the future, and seems determined to force his way back into Arsene Wenger’s first-team plans.

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The 20-year-old’s injury came at a terrible time, as Wenger was just starting to hand him chances with the senior team. His injury coincided with that of Theo Walcott, which again would have been a great opportunity for the youngster to stake a claim.

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Hopefully there hasn’t been any serious long term damage, and he is able to continue his rise through the ranks at the Emirates.