In 2020, a massage therapist allegedly suffered injuries at the hands of Reiss Nelson's dog.

After being charged with "being in charge of a dog which caused injury while dangerously out of control," Arsenal star Nelson will go on trial in September.

On December 2, 2020, at the player's home, Tiago, the forward's dog, who is thought to be a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, injured massage therapist Saeid Motaali.

Nelson denied the charge on October 31 last year and has been granted unconditional bail before his trial on September 4, 2023.

The 23-year-old has made 11 appearances for the Gunners this season, scoring three goals and providing three assists.