Arteta Reveals Saka return date to boost Premier League title chances

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and star player Bukayo Saka | Getty

Arteta Reveals Saka return date to boost Premier League title chances

Ayoola Kelechi 23:44 - 27.02.2025

Bukayo Saka's return could help Arsenal close the gap to league leaders Liverpool

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli could return from injury when the Gunners face Fulham on April 1.

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Their comeback could provide a crucial lift to Arsenal’s struggling attack, which has faltered in recent weeks due to multiple injuries.

Saka and Martinelli close to comeback

Arteta is optimistic about Saka and Martinelli’s progress but stressed that both players will be gradually reintegrated into the squad.

Saka scores Arsenal's opening goal || Imago

The Spanish coach revealed that Martinelli may return before Saka, though the final decision depends on how both wingers recover in the next 10 days.

Bukayo Saka has contributed 18 goals this season for Arsenal across competitions. | Imago
Bukayo Saka has contributed 18 goals this season for Arsenal across competitions. | Imago

He acknowledged their long absence and the need to carefully manage their workload to avoid setbacks. With Arsenal currently 13 points behind Liverpool, their return could be vital for the title race.

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Mikel Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has another hamstring injury to deal with after Kai Havertz's reported setback (Credit: Imago)

Their struggles against defensive teams have been costly, with back-to-back poor results against West Ham and Nottingham Forest.

Mikel Arteta Arsenal manager || Imago

Arteta also noted the importance of adapting to break down low defensive blocks, something Arsenal has struggled with recently, and he remains hopeful that a fully fit squad will help improve their goal-scoring form in the crucial weeks ahead.

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