Arsenal has been dealt a significant injury blow with Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus ruled out for the rest of the season.
However, the Gunners are expected to welcome back two key attackers, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, after the March international break.
Saka and Martinelli’s Road to Recovery
Saka has been sidelined since undergoing hamstring surgery in December, but the 21-year-old has been working tirelessly in the gym during Arsenal’s warm-weather training camp in Dubai.
Martinelli, on the other hand, picked up a hamstring issue in the EFL Cup semi-final against Newcastle United and missed the recent 2-0 Premier League win over Leicester City.
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Return Date Revealed
According to reports, Arsenal is hopeful that Saka and Martinelli will be available for selection after the March international break.
This would be a significant boost to Mikel Arteta’s squad, particularly in their Premier League title bid.
The attacking duo could potentially make their return in Arsenal’s first game back after the break against Fulham on April 1
Upcoming Fixtures
While Saka and Martinelli are expected to miss Arsenal’s next six competitive matches, their return would coincide with the start of April.
The Gunners will face West Ham United, Nottingham Forest, Manchester United, and Chelsea without the duo. They will also be absent for Arsenal’s Champions League last-16 tie against one of Juventus, PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord, or AC Milan.
Quarter-Final Hopes
If Arsenal progresses to the Champions League quarter-finals, Saka and Martinelli should be available for selection.
This would provide a significant boost to the Gunners’ European ambitions.
