Will Arsenal have to navigate early-season gauntlet without Bukayo Saka?

Bukayo Saka sustained a hamstring injury during Arsenal's 5-0 victory over Leeds, forcing him to leave the match early in the second half. While initial reports suggested the injury was not long-term, the exact severity was initially unclear.

It has now been confirmed that Saka will be sidelined for approximately three to four weeks, causing him to miss several important upcoming Premier League fixtures against teams like Liverpool, Manchester City, and Newcastle. The club is expected to take a cautious approach with his recovery, especially given his previous history with hamstring issues.

In Saka's absence, Arsenal will rely on attacking alternatives such as Noni Madueke, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli, and possibly Ethan Nwaneri. Although the team has started the season strongly with two wins and clean sheets, manager Mikel Arteta will have to navigate a challenging period without one of his key players.