Arsenal striker Bukayo Saka will not be part of the England squad for the matches against Italy and Australia. The reason is an injury received in recent weeks, which was also the reason for the player's absence in Arsenal's victory over Manchester City. We remind you that the "3 Lions" national team will face Australia in a friendly match on October 13. Then the English will face Italy, in a valuable super challenge for the Euro 2024 qualifiers.
Meanwhile, regarding Saka's injury, the English media report that it is not something serious. However, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta refused to give more details. The Spanish technician said:
"No, he (Saka) will not make it. Has not trained for a full session yet. At the moment he is not available to play."
Saka's absence for Arsenal on Sunday against City was noticeable, despite the Londoners' 1-0 win. Before getting injured, Saka had been active in a total of 87 consecutive matches in the Premier League. The first signs of the striker's injury were seen in the challenge against Lens in the Champions League, where Saka looked worried on the pitch.
Meanwhile, the coach of the English national team, Gareth Southgate, has stated that he would not risk putting Saka on the field, even if he was available:
"We have the responsibility to qualify for our country, but I have also been a player. I have not and would never risk the physical well-being of my players. They (Premier League clubs) have faith in us, that we make decisions that are good for the long term."
In all likelihood, Saka will again be available for Arsenal at the conclusion of international matches.
