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ARSENAL star Bukayo Saka is anticipated to spend MONTHS recovering after undergoing surgery.
The 23-year-old had to leave the field just 23 minutes into the Gunners’ 5-1 win against Crystal Palace last week due to a hamstring issue.
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Manager Mikel Arteta has given a grim assessment of his star player’s recovery, revealing he has undergone a procedure.
The Arsenal manager mentioned that the England international could be unavailable for over two months.
Arteta remarked: “I prefer to let the doctor or Bukayo himself provide the details.
“However, yes, Bukayo had a procedure, and it went well; unfortunately, his recovery will take considerable time.
“It will be several weeks, and I believe it will go beyond two months; I can’t specify the duration due to scar tissue and his mobility improvements.
“We must rely on our team; that’s our strength; we possess a collective capable of scoring 20-30 goals together.”
Saka has been vital for Arsenal this season, consistently being a threat on the right flank.
The forward has tallied nine goals and 13 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions this season.
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Saka’s absence is a major blow to the North Londoners’ ambitions for the Premier League title, as they currently sit in second place, trailing leaders Liverpool by six points, who additionally have a game in hand.
This situation may push Arteta to seek reinforcements in the upcoming January transfer window.
A significant challenge for Arsenal as Bukayo Saka is sidelined for ‘many weeks’ after his injury
Many have indicated that Arsenal has been in dire need of attacking support since the summer, considering their current lack of a natural centre-forward.
Kai Havertz, who scored the decisive goal against Ipswich last Friday in Saka’s absence, has taken on much of the offensive responsibility this season.
