Bukayo Saka in motion for Arsenal in opposition to Fulham (Picture by Ryan Pierse/Getty Photos)
The hamstring damage picked up by Bukayo Saka has come on the ‘good time’ for Arsenal.
That’s in line with former Tottenham, Newcastle and England striker Les Ferdinand, who believes the winger may gain advantage from a relaxation over the festive interval.
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Saka has arguably been Arsenal’s greatest participant this season, notching 9 targets and 13 assists in 24 appearances throughout all competitions. That features a gorgeous return of 5 targets and 10 assists in 16 Premier League outings.
Nevertheless, Saka lasted simply 24 minutes of Arsenal’s conflict with Crystal Palace on Saturday night earlier than coming off with a hamstring damage.
The Gunners marched to a 5-1 victory at Selhurst Park with out Saka however might miss him over the festive interval, particularly with EFL Cup and FA Cup ties coming in January in opposition to Newcastle United and Manchester United, respectively.
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“He felt one thing in his hamstring, he couldn’t proceed,” Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta mentioned of Saka. “He should be assessed so actually nervous about that one.”
Whereas Saka’s absence is undoubtedly a blow for Arsenal, Ferdinand believes it comes at the most effective time potential, giving him an opportunity to relaxation up and are available again recent for the ultimate dash.
“If there was an ideal time to get injured, it will be now. If he was going to be out for any spell, it will be over this Christmas interval,” the Sky Sports activities pundit mentioned (by way of TBR).
“You have a look at the video games that they’ve obtained developing, no Champions League, provides him a little bit of time to relaxation, we speak about gamers taking part in a great deal of video games, I believe he hasn’t had a interval the place he’s been out for any size of time.
“I believe if he’s out for a little bit of time now, it’ll put them in good stead when it kicks in round January, February time.”
