April 6th 2024.
There is some uncertainty surrounding Bukayo Saka's availability for Arsenal's upcoming match against Brighton on Saturday. After sustaining a muscle injury during their draw with Manchester City, Saka was unable to play in their recent 2-0 victory over Luton Town. As the team prepares for their trip to Brighton, manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that Saka will undergo a late fitness test during their final training session to determine if he is fit to play.
"We will know in a few hours after our training session," Arteta stated on Friday. "We will have a clear understanding of his fitness status." However, in photos released by Arsenal later that day, Saka was not seen training with his teammates, raising concerns about his availability for the match.
While this does not necessarily mean that Saka will be unable to play, Arsenal must also consider the potential risk of aggravating his injury before their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich just three days later. Despite these concerns, Arteta remains confident that Saka will play a crucial role in the team's final stretch of the season. "I'm extremely positive," he said. "I believe he will step up and make a significant impact."
Arteta's faith in Saka is well-founded, as the young player has consistently proven himself to be a valuable asset to the team. "He's strong and determined," Arteta praised. "He's driven by the excitement of what's to come and he wants to be a part of it." Despite some minor injuries, Saka's performance has only improved over the years, and Arteta believes that he will continue to excel.
In other news, it seems that Jurrien Timber is closing in on a return from his ACL injury which has kept him out of play since last August. The defender was seen participating in Friday's training session, a promising sign for Arsenal's defense. As the team currently sits just two points behind league leaders Liverpool, a win against Brighton would put them at the top of the Premier League table.
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