Arsenal have suffered an injury setback after manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that winger Bukayo Saka will remain out for several more weeks due to a quadriceps injury.
The England international sustained the injury during Arsenal’s Champions League draw against Bayern Munich last month.His absence is a concern for the London club as they approach an important period in their domestic and European campaigns.
Arteta confirmed the latest development on Friday, indicating that Saka still requires time to recover before returning to competitive action.
The manager did not provide a definite return date, leaving Arsenal supporters waiting for further updates.
Saka has been an important attacking figure for Arsenal, contributing goals, assists and creativity from the right wing.
His ability to create chances and stretch opposition defences makes his absence a significant challenge for Arteta.
The injury also affects England, with Saka missing from Thomas Tuchel’s latest squad for the upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain.
His absence gives other attacking players an opportunity to compete for a place in the national team.
Arsenal will now have to manage his recovery carefully rather than rush him back into action.
The club will hope to have the winger available again as soon as he is fully fit, given his importance to their ambitions this season.
