# Bukayo Saka injury and Arsenal squad challenges > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bukayo-saka-injury-and-arsenal-squad-challenges > Updated: 2026-10-24T14:14:41.000Z. Sources: 196. Developments: 5. Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka sustained a quadriceps injury during a 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich. Medical assessments suggest Saka may face a layoff of six to eight weeks, potentially sidelining him until mid-December. This injury, alongside the absence of William Saliba and Christos Tzolis, has created significant selection challenges for Mikel Arteta. As Arsenal prepared to host Everton at the Emirates Stadium, the club rotated its squad, starting Viktor Gyökeres and Eberechi Eze to manage the depleted lineup. Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory against Everton, moving level on 21 points with league leaders Manchester City following a Manchester City defeat to Aston Villa. Ezri Konsa opened the scoring in the seventh minute by converting a rebound following a corner delivered by Martin Ødegaard. Gabriel Magalhães doubled the lead in the 68th minute with a header from a Ben White cross, marking Arsenal’s first goal from a set-piece this season. Despite the win, new injury concerns emerged. Defender Gabriel required treatment for a knee scare during the match, but continued playing to score. Midfielder Declan Rice was substituted in the 80th minute for Martin Zubimendi after appearing to experience hamstring discomfort, though Rice later stated on social media that he is “feeling good.” Regarding Saka’s condition, Arteta noted that “fluid accumulation in the affected area has complicated the initial assessment.” Further MRI scans and specialist opinions are required to determine the exact severity. If the projected recovery timeline holds, Saka could miss up to 13 matches, potentially remaining out until after Christmas, with significant fixtures against Liverpool, Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Manchester United at risk. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-24: Bukayo Saka faces potential eight-week injury layoff Arsenal attacker Bukayo Saka could miss up to eight weeks of action due to a thigh injury sustained against Bayern Munich, potentially sidelining him for key matches against Liverpool and Manchester City. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bukayo-saka-faces-potential-eight-week-injury-layoff ### 2026-10-24: Mikel Arteta discusses Viktor Gyökeres and Bukayo Saka injury Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta defended Viktor Gyökeres amid competition for starting spots and expressed concern over a potential two-month injury layoff for Bukayo Saka. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mikel-arteta-discusses-viktor-gykeres-and-bukayo-saka-injury ### 2026-10-24: Arsenal defeat Everton 2-0 to move level with Manchester City Arsenal defeated Everton 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium, scoring through Ezri Konsa and Gabriel Magalhães to move level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League. 158 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arsenal-prepares-to-host-everton-in-premier-league-matchup ### 2026-10-22: Bukayo Saka faces lengthy injury layoff following Bayern Munich match Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka faces a potential six-to-eight-week absence due to a quadriceps injury sustained against Bayern Munich, leaving Mikel Arteta to find replacements for key upcoming fixtures. 38 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bukayo-saka-suffers-quad-injury-during-arsenal-match-against-bayern-munich ### 2026-10-22: Arsenal face Everton amid Bukayo Saka injury concerns Arsenal hosts Everton at the Emirates Stadium amidst injury concerns for Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and Christos Tzolis. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arsenal-face-squad-depth-challenges-ahead-of-everton-match --- Cite as: Bukayo Saka injury and Arsenal squad challenges. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/bukayo-saka-injury-and-arsenal-squad-challenges