Arsenal Faces Two-Month Challenge Without Bukayo Saka After Surgery

Mikel Arteta explores tactical adjustments and potential January signings to maintain Arsenal's title pursuit.

• Bukayo Saka is expected to miss over two months after undergoing surgery for a hamstring injury sustained against Crystal Palace.
• Manager Mikel Arteta plans to adapt by creating a 'brand new unit,' with Gabriel Martinelli shifting to the right and Leandro Trossard taking over on the left.
• Martin Odegaard's crossing ability and Kai Havertz's role behind Gabriel Jesus are seen as key components in compensating for Saka's absence.
• Arteta has not ruled out mid-season transfers, with speculation linking Arsenal to Wolves' Matheus Cunha as a potential reinforcement.
• Arsenal remains second in the Premier League but faces mounting pressure to sustain their title challenge without their star winger.

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