Mikel Arteta Shares Update on Bukayo Saka's Injury Return Timeline for Arsenal

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Mikel Arteta is confident that Bukayo Saka will be ready to rejoin Arsenal after the international break.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the injury status of star winger Bukayo Saka, who has been sidelined since December due to a hamstring injury. The injury, which required surgery, has kept Saka out of action for several months, leaving Arsenal fans eagerly awaiting his return.

The Gunners have been dealing with a series of injuries to key players, which has significantly impacted their performance in both domestic and European competitions.

Gabriel Martinelli made a surprising return to the Arsenal squad for their Premier League clash against Manchester United. The Brazilian winger had been sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained during the Carabao Cup semi-final defeat to Newcastle United in early February. Initially expected to be out for a month, Martinelli’s recovery progressed faster than anticipated, allowing him to rejoin the team ahead of schedule.

In a recent press conference, Arteta shared that Saka is making good progress in his recovery and is expected to return to action after the upcoming international break. “His progress is really good, and he is really willing, as we can all imagine. We are positive that in a few weeks, hopefully, he will be back,” Arteta said.

gettyimages 2190964943 612x612 1 — LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 21: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal receives medical treatment after picking up an injury during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on December 21, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Saka’s absence has been keenly felt by the Gunners, as his ability to stretch defenses and produce match-winning moments has been sorely missed. The England international has been working hard to regain full fitness, with reports suggesting that he could make his return before the end of the month.

The return of Saka will be a significant boost for Arsenal as they continue their campaign in the Premier League and the Champions League. With crucial fixtures on the horizon, including a potential clash with Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals, the Gunners will be eager to have their key attacking stars back in action.