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Arsenal star Bukayo Saka to be ruled out for up to four weeks in new major injury blow

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is expected to be sidelined for up to four weeks, meaning he could miss the Gunners’ upcoming match at Liverpool this Sunday.

The 27-year-old had to leave the field after hurting his left hamstring during Arsenal’s 5-0 victory over Leeds United on Saturday.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed concern after the game, saying the injury looked serious.

“Bukayo was running with the ball and felt a pull in his hamstring. It’s the other one, not the same as last season. He felt it while sprinting, which isn’t a good sign,” Arteta said.

“We need to wait to know exactly how long he will be out. I haven’t talked to the doctor yet, but for Bukayo to come off, it’s significant,” the manager added.

According to BBC Sport, Saka could be out for three to four weeks with a hamstring issue, which may be better than initially feared.

Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard also left the game early, holding his right shoulder in a sling as he exited the stadium.

This comes after Kai Havertz suffered a knee injury during Arsenal’s opening weekend win against Manchester United, and the German player’s recovery time is still unknown.

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