Bukayo Saka injury: Arsenal out for ‘several weeks’ with hamstring injury

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says winger Bukayo Saka will miss “several weeks” with a hamstring injury.

The England attacker was forced to leave Selhurst Park on crutches during Saturday’s 5-1 win against Crystal Palace.

Saka, 23, has scored nine goals and provided 13 assists in 24 games in all competitions this season.

“It doesn’t look good,” Arteta said. “He’s going to be out for several weeks.

“It’s a big blow but it will be a great exercise for us to overcome another challenge.”

Asked if something had “ripped” in Saka’s hamstring, Arteta replied: “Yes. There are probably ways to prevent an injury.

“There are a lot of factors. We’re looking at everything and seeing what we can do differently.”

Arteta said Saka was “demoralized” and “really emotional” after learning the severity of his injury.

The Spanish coach also confirmed that Raheem Sterling could be out with a knee injury.

The Gunners next face Ipswich in the league at the Emirates Stadium on 27 December (20:15 GMT kick-off).