Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is on the verge of benefiting from a strategic transfer decision made by Edu following the international break.
As the Gunners prepare for their challenging match against Bournemouth, they may already have the ideal solution to a potential problem.
While Arsenal is favored to secure all three points, they might have to do so without their star player. Bukayo Saka is questionable for the upcoming match after suffering a suspected hamstring injury during England’s defeat to Greece.
If Saka is sidelined, his absence will be felt significantly. However, thanks to a clever move by Edu, Arsenal may not suffer too much of a setback in quality if their key attacker cannot participate.
The late decision to bring in Raheem Sterling on loan from Chelsea has proven to be a stroke of genius. This acquisition provides the Gunners with much-needed support for Saka, something they lacked at crucial moments last season.
Sterling’s low-risk signing enhances Arsenal’s attacking depth, which is essential if Saka is unable to feature against Bournemouth. His presence in the squad offers Arteta additional reassurance regarding his lineup choices.
There remains a possibility that Saka could recover in time for the Bournemouth game, which would mean Sterling might have to settle for a place on the bench. England manager Lee Carsley provided an optimistic update on Saka’s status ahead of their match against Finland.
“Bukayo was close to being ready, but it wouldn’t be wise to rush him back,” Carsley stated. “He has a positive outlook, and I anticipate that he will be fine.”
