Saka, Gabriel, Timber - Latest Arsenal injury news and return dates for Bayern Munich tie
Mikel Arteta has seen his Arsenal injury worries lessen following the Premier League win against Brighton. The Gunners have been hampered by fitness concerns and key absences this season but those finally look to be dwindling just as the run-in kicks into final gear.
Bukayo Saka was absent from the squad that beat Luton Town on Wednesday evening, however he was back in the starting XI on the south coast. The England international scored in the 3-0 victory and was withdrawn just beyond the hour mark with Arteta likely having one eye on the Champions League quarter-final clash against Bayern Munich.
Resting all of his key players would be quite the luxury for Arteta but both William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes are simply too important. During Saturday's game, the Brazil international went down after suffering an impact injury and spotting him on the deck would have undoubtedly filled Arsenal supporters with fear.
With that said, football.london has taken a look at the latest Arsenal injury news ahead of the European clash against Bayern:
Injury: Muscular.
After missing the clash against Luton Town, Saka was back in the starting XI for the trip to Brighton. On his return, Saka scored to give Arsenal the lead before he was subbed off in the 64th minute.
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What Arteta has said: «Yes, he is fine.»
Potential return date: Returned.
Just before half time, Gabriel Magalhaes went down after Danny Welbeck followed through when trying to block a clearance. The Brazil international was seen to by Arsenal's physios before carrying on and completing the full 90
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