Saka Ruled Out As Arsenal Face Major Blow Ahead Of Man City Clash
Sports Updated: 17 April 2026 17:16 EAT
Arsenal English winger Bukayo Saka
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka will miss the Premier League clash against Manchester City due to an Achilles injury.
Saka has not featured since the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City on March 22, where he picked up the problem.
Since then, he has remained out of the squad as Arsenal manage his recovery carefully.
The injury has been described as Achilles-related, with the medical team prioritising full recovery over a rushed return.
Initial expectations suggested a possible quick recovery, but he has not progressed enough to be available for selection this weekend.
His absence is a major blow for Arsenal, given his importance as a key attacking outlet.
Arsenal are still involved in a tight Premier League title race, where every fixture carries significant weight.
Manchester City remain close competitors, increasing the pressure on Arsenal’s squad depth.
The timing of Saka’s injury adds further difficulty ahead of a high-stakes fixture between two title contenders.
Noni Madueke is among the options being considered to fill the attacking gap, depending on fitness and tactical decisions.
Arsenal’s medical team are continuing to assess Saka’s condition on a day-to-day basis.
No exact return date has been set, as the club focuses on ensuring he fully recovers before returning to action.
Overall, Saka is confirmed to be unavailable for the Manchester City match due to an ongoing Achilles injury.
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