Bukayo Saka suffered a suspected hamstring injury during Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Crystal Palace, forcing the winger to leave the pitch after just 25 minutes.
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Returning to the starting lineup following a substitute appearance earlier in the week, Saka’s injury appeared to aggravate a previous hamstring issue sustained in October.
Leandro Trossard replaced the England international, with Gabriel Martinelli shifting to the right wing. Saka’s absence could see him miss upcoming fixtures against Ipswich, Brentford, and Brighton, as well as an FA Cup showdown with Manchester United.
Saka’s Fitness Worries Ahead of Busy Schedule
Arsenal’s fixture list remains packed, with games against Ipswich and Brentford before a challenging FA Cup tie against Manchester United.
With Saka potentially sidelined, the Gunners must rely on their squad depth to navigate this critical period.
Raheem Sterling Adds to Arsenal’s Injury Troubles
Mikel Arteta also confirmed that Raheem Sterling sustained an injury during training, ruling him out of the Palace match.
The manager acknowledged the mounting fitness concerns, emphasizing the need for further tests to assess Sterling’s situation and expressing hopes for a swift recovery for both players.
