Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka has been ruled out of action for approximately four weeks after sustaining a hamstring injury during his club’s recent Premier League fixture. The 23-year-old England international picked up the problem in the second half of Arsenal’s emphatic 5-0 victory against Leeds United on Saturday. Despite netting the second goal of the game, Saka was forced off the pitch and replaced by Leandro Trossard. Although medical reports suggest the injury is not as severe as initially feared, it will still sideline him from several crucial games for both Arsenal and the England national team. According to a report by BBC Sport, Saka will only be available after the next international break. This means he will not feature in Arsenal’s upcoming Premier League clash against Liverpool at Anfield, as well as the next home league game against Nottingham Forest. He will also miss Arsenal’s opening UEFA Champions League group stage encounter. On the international stage, Gareth Southgate’s squad will be without the winger for England’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. The absence of Saka comes as a significant blow given his recent form and importance in both club and international football. Arsenal will now rely on the likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, and Kai Havertz to step up in attack during his recovery period. Supporters will be hopeful that the young star makes a swift return, as his creativity and finishing ability remain vital to Mikel Arteta’s side.
