Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka suffered an injury scare as Arsenal continue to count the cost of a demanding winter schedule.
The Gunners have been navigating an intense run of fixtures across competitions, and Arteta admitted after the latest match that Saka was left with a problem that will need to be assessed.
“He’s got some pain,” Arteta said when asked about Saka’s condition. “We need to assess him.”
Arsenal have leaned heavily on Saka again this season, with the winger a key part of Arteta’s first-choice XI. The head coach has repeatedly spoken about the challenges of managing minutes during a packed period, and Saka’s knock is the latest concern as the games continue to come thick and fast.
Arteta also pointed to the wider impact the schedule is having on his squad, with Arsenal facing constant physical demands in the middle of a crucial stretch of the campaign.
Further updates on Saka’s fitness are expected once Arsenal’s medical staff have carried out checks, with Arteta keen to avoid taking risks while the workload remains high.
