MIKEL ARTETA has hailed Scotland's handling of Kieran Tierney after the defender picked up an injury on international duty.
The former Celtic defender was taken off during the first half of last Saturday’s 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory over the Republic of Ireland after sustaining a head knock.
Following the match manager, Steve Clarke confirmed Tierney was taken off as a precaution, and he returned to the Gunners for treatment.
The left-back is expected to be involved for Arsenal as they take on Tottenham this weekend and Arteta was pleased with how Scotland kept Arsenal in the loop over Tierney’s welfare.
He said: “What we all want is the best for the player, protect the welfare of the player, have him playing with the right mind set, have the player ready physically to play for their country, to play for their club.
“The best way to do it is if there is communication and it’s honest and transparent and with Scotland that’s the case for sure.”
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