Amidst the heated battle in Arsenal vs. Manchester City, Bukayo Saka found himself entangled in a concerning injury, reported by GOAL. The young English sensation, who had already been under the spotlight due to fitness concerns leading up to the match, was forced to exit the pitch prematurely in the 78th minute. Saka's discomfort was palpable as he made way for Gabriel Martinelli, raising fears of a potential injury setback.

Mikel Arteta's reassurance

Bukayo Saka and Mikel Arteta in front of the Arsenal logo

Following the nail-biting encounter at the Etihad Stadium, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta stepped forward to address the looming uncertainty surrounding Saka's fitness. In a sigh of relief for the Gunners faithful, Arteta issued a positive update, affirming that Saka is “fine” and available for selection in the upcoming clash against Luton Town. Despite the arduous battle against City and Saka's subdued performance on the pitch, Arteta's reassurance provided a glimmer of hope for Arsenal's title aspirations.

“We haven’t trained, just recovered,” Arteta reassured reporters. “We have a short, light session today to prepare for the game, and we will see if he’s in the best condition to start or not.” With Saka's resilience and determination shining through, Arsenal fans can breathe a collective sigh of relief as their star forward gears up for the crucial fixture against Luton Town.

While Saka may have faltered against City, failing to exhibit his usual flair and dynamism on the field, Arteta remains certain in his belief in the young prodigy's abilities. Despite the setback, Arteta expressed optimism regarding Saka's potential impact in the upcoming encounter against Luton Town. As Arsenal strives to maintain momentum in their title charge, Saka's resurgence could prove instrumental in securing a vital victory.

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When questioned about Saka's readiness to endure the rigors of a full 90 minutes, Arteta exuded confidence: “He certainly is today. We will train today and see the state of every player and make the right decision tomorrow.” With Arteta at the helm, Arsenal stands poised to unleash Saka's undeniable talent and ignite their quest for glory once more.

What's next for Arsenal?

Arsenal, Mikel Arteta, Declan Rice

As the dust settles on the drama against City, Arsenal now sets its sights on the impending showdown with Luton Town. With Bukayo Saka's injury fears allayed and Arteta's strategic guidance steering the ship, the Gunners march forward with renewed vigor. As they brace for a challenging journey ahead, Arsenal's faithful supporters stand united in their fervent hope for success. With Saka leading the charge, Arsenal aims to defy the odds, surmount adversity, and emerge triumphant in their pursuit of glory.