Bukayo Saka Hamstring Injury a Major Concern for Arsenal, Says Mikel Arteta

Bukayo Saka hamstring injury raises major concerns for Arsenal as Mikel Arteta confirms winger will miss key matches in coming weeks.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed deep concern over Bukayo Saka hamstring injury, describing it as a “big one” for the club. The talented winger was substituted during Arsenal’s 5–0 victory over Leeds United after experiencing discomfort in his left hamstring.

This marks the second hamstring issue for Saka in less than a year. His previous injury, a tear in the right hamstring, required surgery and kept him out for over three months.

Injury Update and Recovery Timeline

Fortunately, the current injury is less severe and does not require surgery. However, Arteta confirmed that Saka will be sidelined for “a few weeks.” As a result, he will miss Arsenal’s upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool and England’s World Cup qualifiers.

“Especially when we talk about a sprinter, a player that gets into that zone very often in a football match that needs that burst, that change of rhythm, of pace, to be as threatening as possible,” said Arteta.

Saka’s absence adds to Arsenal’s mounting injury concerns. Other key players such as Kai Havertz, Martin Ødegaard, Leandro Trossard, Ben White, and Christian Nørgaard are also facing fitness issues. This puts pressure on Arteta to rotate his squad and rely on younger talents.

Title Ambitions Under Threat

Arsenal finished second to Liverpool last season and are determined to challenge for the Premier League title. However, with several first-team players injured, their campaign could face early setbacks.

“Somebody has to come and take that crown away from them,” Arteta said about Liverpool. “That is what we will try to do. The aim is to be better than them.”

Bukayo Saka remains a vital part of Arsenal’s attacking strategy. Managing his fitness and preventing further injuries will be key to Arsenal’s success this season. Fans and coaches alike hope for a swift and full recovery.

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