Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is fit to return after three months out with injury, manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed.
The England international underwent surgery on a hamstring injury sustained during Arsenal’s Premier League victory over Crystal Palace on 21 December.
Saka, who has registered nine goals and 10 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions this season, could feature in Tuesday’s league clash against Fulham at Emirates Stadium.
“Bukayo Saka is ready to go,” Arteta said. “All the careful steps have been taken. Now it’s about integrating him at the right moment, but he’s eager to play.
“We’ve followed the recovery plan diligently, and everything has been done as required. Bukayo is a huge asset for us—we know his influence on the team and how crucial he is to our success.”
Arsenal currently sit second in the Premier League, 12 points behind leaders Liverpool with nine matches left to play.
Meanwhile, defender Riccardo Calafiori faces a spell on the sidelines after sustaining a knee injury during Italy’s international fixture against Germany on 20 March.
“It could have been much worse,” Arteta said. “Hopefully, it will only be a matter of weeks, but we need to monitor his recovery.”
Additionally, Arsenal’s new sporting director, Andrea Berta, was present at Monday’s press conference after being appointed as Edu’s successor.
Arteta revealed that Berta had multiple offers from other clubs but was keen on joining Arsenal, describing his decision as “positive” for the club.
