Arsenal will be without star winger Bukayo Saka for up to four weeks following a left hamstring injury sustained during Saturday’s 5-0 victory over Leeds United.
The 27-year-old limped off the pitch, raising concerns over his availability for the upcoming trip to Liverpool.
Manager Mikel Arteta expressed worry after the match, saying the injury “did not look good.” He added, “Bukayo was running with the ball, and he felt something in his hamstring.
It’s the other one, not the same as last season. He felt something when sprinting; it’s not a good sign. We have to wait to understand how long he will be out.”
According to BBC Sport, Saka is expected to be sidelined for three to four weeks, a potentially more favourable outcome than initially feared.
Arsenal also faced fitness concerns for captain Martin Ødegaard, who left the game holding his right shoulder, and for Kai Havertz, who remains sidelined following a knee injury sustained in the opening weekend victory over Manchester United.
The team now faces a series of fixtures with key players unavailable, putting additional pressure on squad depth as they prepare for upcoming Premier League clashes.
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