Arsenal Facing Major Injury Setback as Saka and Sterling Are Ruled Out for Weeks
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is now grappling with a significant challenge as he confirmed that both Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling will be unavailable for crucial upcoming matches due to injuries.
Saka, who was substituted just 24 minutes into Arsenal’s 5-1 win over Crystal Palace, is expected to be sidelined for “many weeks” due to a hamstring issue, leaving a big gap in the team’s attacking options.
Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka Faces Extended Absence, Leaving Arteta with Tough Challenge
Bukayo Saka, the 22-year-old England international, has been a key figure for Arsenal this season, contributing five goals and ten assists in the Premier League. His injury is a significant blow for the Gunners, with manager Mikel Arteta acknowledging the impact.
Describing the situation as a “huge blow,” Arteta said, “He’s obviously a big player for us. It’s going to be a really good exercise for us to think of ways to overcome another challenge because we’ve had a lot over the season.
Arsenal’s Woes Deepen as Raheem Sterling Joins Saka on Injury List
Arsenal’s injury crisis deepens as Raheem Sterling, on loan from Chelsea, has also been ruled out with a knee injury. Manager Mikel Arteta revealed that Sterling’s condition requires further tests, but he expects the winger to be unavailable “for weeks.
With the Gunners currently sitting third in the Premier League, six points behind leaders Liverpool, Arteta will need to find solutions quickly. Arsenal faces crucial matches against Ipswich on December 27 and Brentford on January 1, making the upcoming weeks even more challenging.
