Arsenal's Bukayo Saka Faces Extended Absence After Hamstring Injury

The star winger is expected to be sidelined until at least March, dealing a significant blow to Arsenal's title hopes and busy January schedule.

Bukayo Saka suffered a torn hamstring during Arsenal's 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday and is expected to be out for "many weeks," with reports suggesting he could return by March.
Saka's absence comes during a crucial period for Arsenal, with nine matches scheduled in January across the Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup, and Champions League.
The injury compounds Arsenal's challenges this season, as they already face a six-point deficit to league leaders Liverpool and have dealt with other key player injuries, including Martin Odegaard earlier in the season.
Manager Mikel Arteta acknowledged the difficulty of losing Saka but emphasized the opportunity to adapt tactically and utilize the squad's depth during this period.
Saka, who has been pivotal with nine goals and 12 assists this season, is experiencing his first major career injury and is expected to play a key off-field role in supporting the team during his recovery.