Arteta Warns Arsenal of Significant Saka, Odegaard Injuries Amid Eze Arrival

Arsenal's promising start to the 2025/26 Premier League season has been overshadowed by significant injury concerns to key players Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Kai Havertz. During the 5-0 victory over Leeds, Saka suffered a hamstring injury, which Mikel Arteta described as potentially serious and not involving the same hamstring as his previous injury, raising doubts about his availability for upcoming matches including the trip to Liverpool. Odegaard also left the game early due to a shoulder injury and awaits scans for a clearer diagnosis, while Havertz remains sidelined with a knee injury. Arteta emphasized the necessity of having a well-equipped squad to maintain performance levels given the early spate of injuries. Amid these setbacks, the recent signing Eberechi Eze, who actively pursued the move to Arsenal, is expected to play a crucial role, alongside emerging talent Max Dowman, who impressed in his debut. Despite the injury woes, Arsenal's squad depth appears stronger this season, but the team faces a challenging period ahead as they aim to convert their high expectations into trophies.