Arsenal star Declan Rice will not be a long-term injury absentee this season.

That is according to the club's medical staff and coaches, who believe Rice does not have a serious issue.

The England international had to come off at half-time against Tottenham due to back pain.

However, The Mail and other sources state that Rice will only be out for weeks.

Fans had feared their record summer signing may be absent for many months with a long-term back problem.

Rice may only require rest and rehabilitation to ensure that he does not aggravate the issue.