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Injured Saka will be out for weeks, says Arteta

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In short

Mikel Arteta revealed that Bukayo Saka will remain sidelined for a few more weeks to recover from his quadriceps issue. The 25-year-old sustained the injury during last month's Champions League draw against Bayern Munich. Despite his extended absence, the North London side continues to lead the Premier League table with 24 points from nine matches. In additional team news, defender Ezri Konsa is feeling better following recent knee discomfort sustained against Slavia Prague.

Key points

  • Saka will be unavailable for England's upcoming Nations League matches against both Croat…: Saka will be unavailable for England's upcoming Nations League matches against both Croatia and Spain this month.
  • Arsenal maintains first place in the Premier League table after collecting 24 points from…: Arsenal maintains first place in the Premier League table after collecting 24 points from their first nine matches.
  • The club currently occupies third place in the Champions League standings, trailing Paris…: The club currently occupies third place in the Champions League standings, trailing Paris St Germain and Real Madrid by two points.

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Injured Saka will be out for weeks, says Arteta

Nov 6 : Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka will be out for a few more weeks after picking up a quadriceps injury during last month's Champions League draw at Bayern Munich, manager Mikel Arteta said on Friday.

• Saka, 25, will miss England's Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain this month as he continues his recovery

• "We're talking about weeks. Let's see, after the international break he'll start hitting the pitch... but unfortunately he's going to be out for a while," Arteta told reporters ahead of Saturday's league clash with Hull City

• Arteta said he did not want to put too much pressure on Arsenal's fitness staff

• Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa was feeling better after leaving the field with knee discomfort during Wednesday's 2-1 Champions League win at Slavia Prague, Arteta added

• Arteta's side lead the Premier League with 24 points from nine matches, and sit third in the Champions League table, two points below Paris St Germain and Real Madrid

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