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We fear a stress fracture of the back for Clichy and if that's the case he'll be out for a few weeks.

Clichy informed the official Arsenal magazine, "It proves that sometimes leaving for another big club is not always the right decision. "

The Scot was close to signing Gael Clichy from Arsenal, but the Frenchman decided a move to Manchester City was in his best interests.

He struggled against Nani and Ashley Young when he was coming back from injury but in general I thought Clichy's play was excellent again.

Clichy, though, is set to take the flight at lunchtime today and is determined to build on his positive start to the season.

"Clichy has what it takes to make it with France, he's strong and has the mentality to impose himself, " he said.

The Daily Mail says Clichy's future with Arsenal is in doubt as fears grow that the defender will not sign a new contract.

"Of course, English football is more challenge and fight, but sometimes to have a team playing like us is nice as well, " Clichy observes.

Before I had even put my hat on she had hailed a cab. I heard her give the Boulevard de Clichy for an address.

On the left-hand side we are a bit short but Gael Clichy should be back for next week.

Clichy has bags of potential on the pitch and, just as importantly, a level head off it.

Gael Clichy has a small [ankle] injury, and I leave him out completely tomorrow, but Abou Diaby should be okay.

He and Gael Clichy are both very good players who must make their own decisions about their future. But I would advise them to stay.

Gael Clichy is fit despite limping off just before half-time at Bolton last Saturday with a bruised shin.

In high wide left-sided positions, only Clichy has the confidence as a left-footer to cross the early ball.

New back-office jobs in the Seine-Saint-Denis department require skills that are in short supply among Clichy school-leavers.

And Clichy insists there are plenty of reasons to be cheerful about Arsenal's European campaign.

But Clichy believes the 35-year-old will rise above it all and prove once again that he belongs at the top level.

Clichy also explained that after two seasons without any silverware the squad knew they had to address their playing style.

The former nailed down a first-team spot last season while Gibbs took his chance when Gael Clichy suffered a back injury last season.

The other ones like Senderos, Diaby, Lauren and Clichy are not back yet but Henry is and Van Persie should be.

Clichy also revealed that in joining the Blues, he will be re-joining two of his best friends in football.

Gael Clichy (back) and Johan Djourou (knee) complete Arsenal's injury list.

Lastly, although Eboue and Hoyte have done OK, I can't wait for Lauren and Clichy to come back.

Gael Clichy and Alex Hleb only played after fitness tests on the morning of the game.

Gael Clichy and Abou Diaby both collected ankle injuries with France during the break.

Gael Clichy is also nearing a comeback and should return to training early next week but Nicklas Bendtner (groin) remains out.

The busy schedule is sure to test Arsenal's younger players, of which Clichy is one.

Clichy, 25, joined Arsenal from Cannes in August 2003, and during his time with the Gunners made 264 appearances in all competitions.

Obviously I want to play every game now but Gael Clichy is a great player in my position there at the moment.

Gael Clichy is also in line to play his first game of pre-season but Theo Walcott, Kieran Gibbs and Abou Diaby will all miss out.

Clichy will be officially unveiled during the forthcoming tour of the USA and Canada