Bukayo Saka is set to miss Arsenal’s clash with Liverpool on Sunday and England’s World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia next month after sustaining a hamstring injury.
The 23-year-old forward was forced off during Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Leeds United on Saturday, with initial assessments indicating he could be out for up to four weeks.
BBC Sport reported on Monday that captain Martin Odegaard is also a doubt for the Anfield trip after suffering a shoulder injury in the same game. The Norwegian midfielder was substituted in the first half and left Emirates Stadium with his arm in a sling.
While Odegaard has not yet been ruled out, Arsenal remain optimistic that neither he nor Saka will face long-term absences. There is particular relief regarding Saka, who endured a three-month spell on the sidelines last season with a similar injury.
Fortunately for the Gunners, Mikel Arteta has a stronger attacking unit this season, with summer arrivals Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke, and Eberechi Eze adding depth. Alongside them, Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Ethan Nwaneri, and Max Dowman provide further options to cover for the sidelined duo.
