Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has opened up on Bukayo Saka after the England international hobbled out of their 5-1 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday night.
Gabriel Jesus scored twice for the Gunners, with Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and Declan Rice also on target as they secured victory.
While it was a positive night at the office for Arsenal, however, Saka hobbled out of the proceedings.
Fans on social media have been left fearful, especially with the matches coming thick and fast.
Bukayo Saka hobbled out of Arsenal’s Premier League win over Crystal Palace on Saturday night
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And Arteta has now provided an update, with the Spaniard revealing Saka ‘felt something’ – and that it was too early to say when he’d be able to return.
“He felt something. It is too early to assess him,” said the 42-year-old.
“It was a precaution with him right now.”
Arsenal drew 0-0 with Everton last weekend but, since then, have beaten Palace both in the Carabao Cup and Premier League.
The best player on the pitch on Saturday night was Jesus.
Though he can be infuriatingly inconsistent, the Brazil international has returned to form with five goals from his last two outings.
And Jesus expressed his delight after the game, with the Samba star determined to keep delivering the goods in the coming weeks ahead.
“Obviously the first goal was very important early,” said Jesus.
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was pleased following his side’s emphatic victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday night
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“The way we started, the full team was really ready to play well and fight.
“They have a strong team and quality players and we know it is always difficult to come here. We did the job and I am very happy with the goals as a number nine, I know the pressure is always on to score. I am happy but the win, the three points, was massive today.
“I’m the type of guy that wants to work hard. I know my qualities. I know I can score.
“In my mind I know I can score, I just have to put myself in a good position to finish the action like today.
Arsenal ran riot on Saturday night as the Gunners thumped Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park
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“I put two in the net and missed one I will be dreaming of.
“When I play with a smile on my face everything is different so I am trying to keep my mind strong and just help the team. I understand I have to be more in the box to finish the action.
“It is great to be back in the team playing more. I am experienced enough and know when a player is playing constantly it is different.
“I am happy to get more chances but it is up to me to put myself in the right places to score. It is Arsenal, it is a huge club and I know the pressure for the number nine to score is there.”
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