Mikel Arteta has offered a concerning update on Bukayo Saka’s injury ahead of Arsenal’s critical Premier League match against Liverpool.
### WHAT HAPPENED?
Saka sustained a hamstring injury during international duty earlier this month, which has kept him out of Arsenal’s last two fixtures against Bournemouth and Shakhtar Donetsk. After their Champions League match on Tuesday, Arteta revealed that Saka’s availability for the Liverpool game remains uncertain.
### WHAT MIKEL ARTETA SAID
In his post-match press conference, Arteta stated: “I don’t know [if Saka will be fit to face Liverpool]. He hasn’t been able to train yet, so that’s unlikely.”
### THE BIGGER PICTURE
Arsenal bounced back from their first Premier League loss of the season to Bournemouth with a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk, thanks to an own goal by Dmytro Riznyk. However, their performance lacked sharpness, with several scoring opportunities missed. Despite the win, Arsenal’s preparation for Liverpool may be hampered by Saka’s injury concerns.
### WHAT’S NEXT FOR ARSENAL?
Arsenal faces a tough challenge against a high-flying Liverpool team, currently leading the Premier League. The Gunners are four points behind and cannot afford another defeat when they host Liverpool at the Emirates on Sunday.
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