Bukayo Saka hobbles off in another Arsenal injury setback
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Arsenal’s game against Leeds at the Emirates came with a major setback as two key players were forced off through injury.
Bukayo Saka limped off in the 53rd minute after earlier scoring Arsenal’s second goal, bringing the medical team on before it was decided he could not continue.
He left the pitch gingerly, with concern clear on the home bench and in the stands.
At the time of his substitution, Arsenal were 3–0 up and cruising, yet the mood shifted as attention turned to his fitness.
Saka’s situation is especially worrying given his recent history.
The 23-year-old missed a large portion of last season after undergoing surgery following a hamstring injury sustained in a 5–1 win over Crystal Palace in December.
The issue against Leeds was not specified on the touchline, but the club will now assess the extent and nature of the problem before determining a recovery plan.
Given his importance in transition and end product, any spell on the sidelines would be a significant blow.
The concern had already started earlier in the match when captain Martin Odegaard was withdrawn in the first half with a shoulder complaint.
He appeared uncomfortable after a coming together and, after treatment, was taken off as a precaution.
Odegaard’s influence between the lines and his role in Arsenal’s pressing structure make his status just as critical heading into a busy run of fixtures.
Arsenal will hope initial checks bring better news on both players.
Further evaluations and, if required, scans are expected to clarify timelines.
In the short term, Mikel Arteta may have to adjust his attacking balance, redistribute set-piece duties, and lean on depth options to maintain rhythm.
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