Arsenal Injury Updates: Latest News on Riccardo Calafiori, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Jesus
As Arsenal prepares to return to Premier League action in April, the team faces several injury concerns that could impact their squad depth. The Gunners, who have been out of action due to the international break and FA Cup quarter-finals, will resume their campaign against Fulham on April 1. However, they may be without as many as five key players, including Riccardo Calafiori, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and Kai Havertz.
Currently trailing Premier League leaders Liverpool by 12 points, Arsenal will be eager to strengthen their position in the title race. However, injuries remain a significant concern for Mikel Arteta’s side. Below is the latest injury news and potential return dates for some of Arsenal’s sidelined players.
Bukayo Saka
Saka has been recovering from a serious hamstring injury sustained in late December, which has kept him out of action for Arsenal’s last 13 Premier League matches. However, there is optimism regarding his return, with Mikel Arteta recently providing an encouraging update.
“He’s getting closer,” Arteta said. “He’s stepping up and making very good progress, I would say.”
Although an exact return date has not been confirmed, Saka is expected to feature before the end of the season.
Expected return: Before the end of the season
Riccardo Calafiori
Calafiori’s injury concerns arose during Italy’s recent match against Germany, where he slipped and appeared to suffer a knee issue. Despite receiving medical attention, he was unable to continue playing. Italy’s head coach, Luciano Spalletti, mentioned that the player described his knee as feeling “strange,” though no further details are available at the moment.
Calafiori will undergo further assessments before any official diagnosis is confirmed.
Expected return: Unknown
Gabriel Jesus
Jesus suffered an ACL injury during Arsenal’s FA Cup clash with Manchester United in January, ruling him out for an extended period. Given the severity of the injury, he is unlikely to feature again this season.
Expected return: Next season
Takehiro Tomiyasu
Tomiyasu recently underwent knee surgery, and his recovery is expected to keep him sidelined for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.
Expected return: Next season
Kai Havertz
Havertz’s campaign was cut short due to a hamstring injury sustained during Arsenal’s mid-season training camp. The club has confirmed that the German midfielder will not return until the start of the 2025/26 season.
After his surgery, Havertz expressed his gratitude for the support he received, stating that he is committed to his recovery while continuing to support the team.
Expected return: Beginning of the 2025/26 season
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