Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted that Bukayo Saka continues to be an damage doubt for Thursday’s Premier League clash in opposition to Manchester United.
The England ahead came off throughout ultimate Saturday’s 2-zero win over Newcastle with a thigh hassle. While the Gunners were given their form back on the right track after the four-0 loss to Liverpool, the harm problem set them back.
Saka is a key a part of Arteta’s plans and he has played each Premier League sport this season.
Arsenal are sweating on his health in advance of Thursday’s go back to action. In Wednesday’s pre-match press conference, Arteta turned into unable to offer tons clarity on his situation.
“We have a doubt with Bukayo and multiple different knocks from the weekend sport, however nowadays is a day to evaluate if they may be ready,” the Spaniard stated.
“I am hopeful however we don’t recognise. Obviously it's miles a brief turnaround and gamers need to be snug playing with a little harm so allow’s see how he does in education nowadays.”
Saka has scored two desires and laid on others inside the 13 league video games to this point. Along with Emile Smith Rowe, the youthful pair have led the manner for the Gunners this season.
Saka has faced Man Utd three instances in his Arsenal career to this point, imparting one assist.
However, Arteta insisted that he could now not “risk” the 20-12 months-antique if he felt it'd make his scenario worse.
“Until I see him this morning on the pitch it might probably be a bit too soon to say that [what percentage chance he will have of playing],” Arteta added.
