EPL: Why I took Saka off against Man City – Arteta gives injury update

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Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has explained Bukayo Saka’s substitution during their 0-0 draw with Manchester City on Sunday.

Saka was doubtful for the Premier League clash at the Etihad, but was handed a start against the champions.

However, the 22-year-old was taken off in the 78th minute of the encounter.

Saka was replaced by Gabriel Martinelli after he went down clutching his leg in the second half.

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But Arteta, speaking after the game, insisted he was okay and was only struggling with fatigue.

“Nothing serious. As you know, he has been out for a few weeks now with a little problem.

“He was feeling fatigued. He only trained one day before the match. He had a big contribution but it was a lot, 90 minutes for him today,” Arteta said.

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