Latest Arsenal injury news as Mikel Arteta without one for Luton after Bukayo Saka update
Arsenal's Premier League title race continues to rumble on this week when they welcome Luton Town to the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night.
The Gunners continued their fine 2024 form over the Easter weekend with a 0-0 draw at title rivals Manchester City. It was the first time the north Londoners avoided defeat at the Etihad Stadium since 2015.
Mikel Arteta's men did, however, lose their place at the top of the Premier League. Liverpool's win over Brighton saw Jurgen Klopp's side move two points clear.
Arsenal have the chance to retain their spot as league leaders this week. 18th-placed Luton Town visit north London tomorrow evening looking to cause an upset.
Fortunately, the Gunners should be at full strength for the visit of Rob Edwards' side. Forward Bukayo Saka, who was forced off against Man City in the second-half, did train with his teammates at London Colney.
The England international left the field accompanied by a physio to spark concerns over his fitness. «He's fine,» Arteta told reporters on Tuesday.
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«We haven’t trained, just recovered. We have a short, light session today to prepare the game and we will see if he’s in the best condition to start or not.»
Saka has since been seen along the rest of the Arsenal squad — barring Jurrien Timber. The Dutch defender hasn't featured since the first game of the season but there remains hope he could return before the 2023/24 campaign ends.
«He’s doing very well. He’s back training. He’s not far off, the thing is that last step, he hasn’t played any minutes,» Arteta added.
«Does he need a game with
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