Arsenal news: Bukayo Saka issues worrying injury update as fans call for action

Arsenal remain the Premier League leaders with a lot of their squad away on international duty

Arsenal sit atop the Premier League with most of their squad on international duty. But star winger Bukayo Saka made a worrying injury admission after he impressed for England.

Most of Mikel Arteta’s first team are currently away with their respective countries and Saka is no exception. The 24-year-old suffered a hamstring problem earlier this season which kept him sidelined but made a winning comeback against West Ham last week.

Saka converted a penalty as the Gunners downed the Hammers and he scored a brilliant goal in England’s 3-0 win over Wales on Thursday. Despite starring under Thomas Tuchel, the winger has issued a telling update about his fitness.

Mirror Football brings you all the latest news from the Emirates, including a fan-led plea and a young defender’s bullish title statement.

Bukayo Saka makes injury admission

Saka was a handful for the Welsh defence on Thursday and his scintillating first-half goal capped off a great performance. But speaking after the match, he made a worrying admission about his fitness.

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The Englishman’s hamstring issue meant he missed five games for club and country and he said on Thursday: “Obviously I started the season and picked up an injury, which killed me a bit.”

Saka also admits that he is still not at his sharpest. He could next be in action for the Three Lions when they face Latvia on Tuesday and is likely to start Arsenal’s next league match against Fulham.

“I’m still not at my sharpest,” Saka added. “But I’m starting to feel good again and I’ve scored in my last three games, so I’m happy with that and want to continue in that way.”

Fans call for action after Emirates plans revealed

It was announced last week that the Gunners are hoping to expand their Emirates Stadium. Reported plans would see the ground’s interior be renovated and its capacity increase from 60,700 to 70,000.

A potential relocation to Wembley has been mooted but the Arsenal Supporters’ Trust has called for the club to consult fans about changes. They also requested consideration for the north London community.

Their statement reads: “It is right that Arsenal are reviewing all their options. Every week there is huge demand to watch the team play. They should ensure they consult with fans on any firm plans.

“We would remind the club of its important role as a community institution and stress that any changes to the stadium layout must ensure no loss of space allocated for general admission ticket prices.”

Cristhian Mosquera has his say on title hopes

Young Spanish defender Cristhian Mosquera arrived at the Emirates this summer from Valencia for an initial £13million. He has played sparingly in the absence of either William Saliba or Gabriel and has spoken out about the early days of his Arsenal tenure.

“The Premier League is very different, but I’m loving it,” Mosquera told AS. “I’m handling that direct style of play well. Arteta always asks me after matches how tired I am, but I’m feeling very good.

“I grew up with the La Liga style, but people always told me that my style of play was suitable for the Premier League. I think they were right.”

The 21-year-old was also asked about his league-leading side’s title chances, and bullishly stated: “Yes, we have in mind to go for everything. There’s a very good team, and we’re capable.”

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