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Saka sidelined for Everton clash as Arsenal probe thigh injury
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka will sit out Saturday's home Premier League fixture against Everton while the club conducts further medical assessments on a thigh problem. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed the player's absence on Friday.
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Saka's injury will keep him out of the weekend encounter at the Emirates Stadium, marking another blow to Arsenal's attacking options. The Gunners have scheduled additional tests to determine the full extent of the damage and establish a recovery timeline for the England international.
Arteta provided the injury update during his pre-match press conference on Friday, without detailing the exact mechanism of the injury or circumstances under which Saka sustained the problem. The manager did not specify when Saka might be available for selection again.
The winger's absence could prompt tactical adjustments for Arsenal as they prepare to face an Everton side looking to climb the Premier League table. The north London club will need to reshape their attacking setup with Saka unavailable for the fixture.
Arsenal have faced a string of injury concerns this season, and Saka's unavailability adds to the squad depth challenges facing Arteta as the campaign progresses. The club's medical team will continue monitoring his recovery before determining his readiness for subsequent matches.