JUST IN! Arteta Has A Message For Arsenal Big Star As He Plans to Win The EPL and Champions League

Mikel Arteta has challenged Bukayo Saka to inspire Arsenal to Premier League glory as the winger prepares for a timely return from an Achilles injury. With the title race entering its final weeks, the Gunners boss is banking on his talismanic forward to provide the decisive impact required to overcome Manchester City in a neck-and-neck battle for the trophy.

Talisman returns for run-in

Arsenal have received a significant boost with Saka expected to return to the matchday squad for Saturday’s crucial home fixture against Newcastle United. The England international has been sidelined with an Achilles problem since the Carabao Cup final, a period during which the Gunners struggled, winning just once in five outings. His availability comes at a critical juncture as Arsenal seek to snap a two-game losing streak that has seen them fall behind in the standings.

Expecting moments of magic

Arteta revealed that his star winger appeared to be in “great spirits” during Friday’s training session and underscored the 24-year-old’s status as the team’s most influential figure. The manager is hopeful that the forward can immediately rediscover the form that has seen Arsenal win 73% of their league games with him in the starting line-up this season.

Emphasising the high expectations placed on Saka to deliver under immense pressure, Arteta said: “We certainly have in Bukayo one of the most influential players we have had in the past few years. He is a player when it comes to those moments, we expect him to produce those moments to win it for us. We need him in the squad. We have him now. Hopefully we can use him in the right way.”