in the second half at the Emirates, and subsequent scans suggest he could be sidelined for approximately three to four weeks, according to reports from the BBC.
The timing couldn’t be worse for both Arsenal and the England national team.
Saka is now ruled out of Sunday’s blockbuster clash against Liverpool, as well as England’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia.
Adding to the concern is the fitness of Martin Odegaard, whose availability for the Liverpool match remains uncertain. The Arsenal skipper was forced off early against Leeds after suffering a shoulder knock.
Eyewitnesses noted Odegaard appeared to be in significant pain as he exited the pitch, later seen leaving the stadium with his arm in a sling.
Despite the initial alarm, there’s a glimmer of hope within the Arsenal camp. Club insiders suggest Odegaard’s injury may not be as serious as first feared.
A late fitness test will likely determine whether he can feature at Anfield.
Fortunately, neither player is expected to face a lengthy spell on the sidelines, offering some reassurance amid a packed fixture list across domestic and European competitions.
With the international break looming, Arsenal are hopeful both Saka and Odegaard can use the downtime to recover and minimize their time away from the pitch.
Still, the potential absence of two of Arsenal’s most pivotal players ahead of a showdown with the reigning champions poses a significant challenge for Mikel Arteta.
Sunday’s encounter could be a defining moment in the Premier League title race — and Arsenal will be eager to field their strongest possible lineup.
