Mikel Arteta Fears Long Absence After Bukayo Saka Quadriceps Injury
· Sports · BBC Sport
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admitted concern after winger Bukayo Saka sustained a quadriceps injury during their 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich at Allianz Arena. The 25-year-old limped off in the 10th minute after attempting a pass without pressure and was replaced by Eberechi Eze, who subsequently scored the opening goal. Saka has faced persistent fitness challenges over recent seasons, including an Achilles issue last year and a hamstring surgery that sidelined him for 101 days during the 2024-25 campaign. Despite his stop-start season, the forward made 49 appearances as Arsenal secured the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years. Arsenal managed to secure a draw in the match following a late equaliser from Declan Rice.
Why it matters
Saka's potential long-term absence deals a significant blow to Arsenal's squad depth as they compete across domestic and European fixtures, with the team relying heavily on his output on the right wing.
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