Arsenal injury update: Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Leandro Trossard latest news and return dates
rsenal head into the international break off the back of what could be a season-defining win over Manchester City.
Gabriel Martinelli struck late to give the Gunners their first victory over the champions in years, putting Mikel Arteta’s side level on points with arch rivals Tottenham after eight games played.
The result was even more impressive in the absence of Bukayo Saka. Arguably the club’s standout player, the forward is one of a few injury worries for Arsenal ahead of the international break.
With that in mind, here’s a look at the latest Arsenal injuries.
Bukayo Saka
Injured against Lens, the 22-year-old’s record-breaking run of 87 consecutive Premier League appearances came to an end against City after a slight hamstring tweak.
He did appear for England duty on Monday but promptly withdrew after medical checks, following Mikel Arteta’s claim he would not be fit to turn out for his country in the coming week. The issue is not thought to be major, however.
Potential return date: Saturday 21 October 2023 vs Chelsea
William Saliba
Unlike Saka, key defender William Saliba has been forced to withdraw from his national squad. The Frenchman also suffered from a toe injury, forcing his decision to sit out the upcoming games against the Netherlands and Scotland.
Standard Sport understand he has been managing the issue for a number of weeks and it should be sorted after the break.
Potential return date: Saturday 21 October 2023 vs Chelsea
Saliba picked up a hamstring injury against Man City
/ PALeandro Trossard
Leandro Trossard is the third hamstring problem Arsenal will have to contend with. The Belgian was replaced by Maritnelli at half-time.
Out of the Belgium squad for this period of internationals, his absence is seen as a precaution.
Potential return date: Saturday 21 October 2023 vs Chelsea
Jurrien Timber
Summer signing Jurrien Timber faces a fight to play at all this season after sustaining a long-term ACL injury on his Premier League debut in August.
Potential return date: Summer 2024
