Bukayo Saka out of England squad: Arsenal star forced to withdraw with injury ahead of Finland clash as Gunners sweat on winger’s fitness

The Three Lions have confirmed that Saka has been omitted from their travelling squad for the trip to Helsinki. The winger will return to Arsenal’s set-up to recover from the hamstring injury that he suffered during the team’s 2-1 loss to Greece earlier this week. It was also confirmed that Liverpool’s Curtis Jones has stayed back in England due to a personal commitment.

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  WHAT ENGLAND SAID

  A statement on the England men’s team’s official website read: “Curtis Jones and Bukayo Saka will not travel to Finland. Saka has returned to Arsenal for further assessment having been substituted during the second-half of Thursday night’s match against Greece.

  “Liverpool’s Jones remains in England owing to a personal commitment. A squad of 22 will now fly to Helsinki on Saturday afternoon ahead of tomorrow’s UEFA Nations League fixture.”

  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Saka’s injury comes as a huge blow for the Gunners, who have made a strong start to the new season and currently find themselves third in the Premier League table tied on points with Manchester City and one point behind leaders Liverpool.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

    Arsenal will now further assess their star player’s condition and start working on his recovery. They will be next seen in action on October 19 as they face Bournemouth away from home.