The prodigal son scores on his return, but Mikel Arteta's defence could be depleted for Champions League quarter-final

Bukayo Saka has marked his first appearance in more than three months by scoring as a substitute in Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Fulham that trimmed the gap to Premier League leader Liverpool to nine points.

Arsenal fans are breathing a collective sigh of relief after Bukayo Saka confirmed he had returned to training on Thursday. The injury means Saka was unable to play a part in the Gunners’ last ...

Arsenal's Bukayo Saka has impressed in a behind-closed-doors friendly and taken part in six straight training sessions, manager Mikel Arteta has revealed.

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: Arsenal's Bukayo Saka during the Premier League match between Arsenal ... More FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on December 14, 2024 in London, England.

Bukayo Saka marked his first appearance in more than three months by scoring as a substitute in Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Fulham that trimmed the gap to Premier League leader Liverpool to nine points on Tuesday.

On Monday, Arteta confirmed Bukayo Saka, who has not played for Arsenal since before Christmas, is fit to return to face Fulham. The immediate reaction from fans has been first excitement and relief.

Arsenal delivered a straight-forward 2-1 win over Fulham on Tuesday, keeping their dim Premier League title hopes alive but suffering a potentially-costly injury to their Champions League hopes.