Arbeloa plays down King injury concern after Fulham draw

Alvaro Arbeloa played down a groin injury Josh King picked up during Fulham’s 1-1 draw with Newcastle.

King, who was called up to the England squad on Friday, was substituted in the second half.

Head coach Arbeloa said: “We’ll see. He felt some pain but it looks like nothing serious. We’ll see tonight, we’ll see tomorrow if they have to do some scans.

“He felt a little bit tight on the groin. I think it’s just like nothing serious, but we don’t know yet.

“You could see this afternoon again, another great performance. I think he’s a very talented player.

“His character, his ambition, is amazing, and I hope he will be available for internationals.”

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Rodrigo Muniz’s equaliser earned a point for Fulham, who had a rocky start under Arbeloa but are now unbeaten in four matches.

“We are a new team. We are progressing. Small steps,” said the Spaniard.

“The players are learning, are improving, and we are on the right track.”