Bukayo Saka’s calf injury has Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta bracing for bad news. The 25-year-old winger was substituted just 10 minutes into Arsenal’s Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Oct. 21, and Arteta did not try to soften the outlook afterward.
“Things didn’t look good” regarding Saka’s calf, Arteta told reporters after the match, according to USA Today. No further medical detail was offered, and there has been no word yet on whether scans or additional evaluation are planned.
What Arteta Said About The Bukayo Saka Calf Injury
Arteta made the comments after the match at Bayern Munich, where Saka left the field early. No official club statement with a return date has been issued.s comments came directly after Arsenal’s match at Bayern Munich, where Saka was forced off early, as confirmed by Sky Sports. The Arsenal manager did not attach a specific diagnosis or a recovery timeline to his remarks. No official club statement with a return date has been issued, and it is not clear whether the injury is a new issue or connected to Saka’s past lower-body problems.
Who Could Replace Saka
Eberechi Eze replaced Saka during the Bayern match, with Noni Madueke shifting from left to right wing. Eze scored the opener 15 minutes after entering the match.
Season And Injury History Context
Saka has dealt with recurring fitness issues over the last two seasons. In 2024-25, he suffered a hamstring injury that required surgery and kept him out for more than three months. Last season brought further hamstring, hip and Achilles trouble, problems serious enough that England manager Thomas Tuchel flagged Saka’s fitness as a concern heading into the 2026 World Cup. The latest calf issue adds to that pattern of interrupted seasons for the winger.
What’s Next For Saka And Arsenal
Arsenal’s next fixture will determine how soon Saka can return. The club is expected to provide a clearer injury assessment in coming days.
Arsenal’s attack was already under scrutiny against Bayern Munich, where Harry Kane scored from the penalty spot before Declan Rice salvaged a 2-2 draw for the Gunners.
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