Latest news on Bukayo Saka’s injury if he will available for the match against Liverpool

Arsenal’s key player, Bukayo Saka, sustained an injury during the recent Nations League match where England lost 2-1 to Greece. Lee Carsley’s squad was unable to earn three points at Wembley, conceding two goals from Vangelis Pavlidis, who was instrumental in Greece’s victory.

Jude Bellingham managed to score for England, delivering a powerful shot from outside the box to equalize in the 87th minute. However, their chances of securing at least a draw ended in injury time when Pavlidis scored again, putting Greece at the top of League B with nine points, three ahead of the second-place team.

The match’s situation was worsened by Saka’s injury early in the second half, leading to his substitution for Noni Madueke in the 52nd minute. Before leaving, Saka was seen holding his right knee. Following the game, it was confirmed that he would have a scan to assess the severity of his injury and the potential length of his absence. Carsley noted in a post-match interview that Saka had been experiencing discomfort even before Greece’s first goal.

The results from the scan are anticipated soon, just ahead of England’s next Nations League match against Finland at Helsinki Olympic Stadium.

On a brighter note, Saka has eight days until the international break concludes, which should provide him some time to recover before Arsenal’s Premier League match against Bournemouth on October 19.

Mikel Arteta is optimistic about a swift recovery, especially given Arsenal’s challenging schedule after the international break. Following Bournemouth, the Gunners will face Shakhtar Donetsk in the UEFA Champions League, where they have only gathered four points from their initial two games.

A major challenge will be the upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool, who currently sit at the top of the table. Saka’s return would be a considerable boost for Arteta’s team, particularly in light of Liverpool’s strong performance this season under new manager Arne Slot.

Liverpool has achieved six wins in seven league games, putting them just one point ahead of Manchester City and Arsenal.

Below is the official tweet from @FabrizioRomano confirming Bukayo Saka’s injury against Greece: