Arsenal star Bukayo Saka withdraws from England squad due to injury

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has withdrawn from the England squad due to injury ahead of upcoming games against Australia and Italy.

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Saka reported for international duty on Monday despite being ruled out of contention by Gunners boss Mikel Arteta after Sunday’s win over Manchester City.

But the Three Lions have confirmed that Saka will now focus on his recovery instead and will not feature in England’s next two fixtures.

‘Bukayo Saka will play no part in England’s fixtures with Australia and Italy,’ read a statement on Monday.

‘The forward reported to St. George’s Park on Monday alongside the rest of the Three Lions’ squad.

‘Having missed Arsenal’s Premier League win against Manchester City on Sunday through injury, Saka was assessed by the England medical team and it was decided the player would continue his rehabilitation at his club.

‘No replacements are planned with Gareth Southgate having a squad of 25 players to work with.

‘England play host to Australia on Friday (13 0ctober, 7.45pm) before returning to Wembley Stadium connected by EE to face Italy in a UEFA EURO 2024 qualifier on Tuesday (17 October, 7.45pm kick-off).’

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