Mikel Arteta says Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is “ready to go” for his return from a long-term hamstring injury. The 23-year-old’s last appearance was the 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on December 21, where he sustained the issue with his right hamstring.

Arsenal’s star player will soon be back in European action after more than three months, with Bukayo Saka expected to feature in the match against Real Madrid next week. Despite being sidelined, Saka has remained Arsenal’s most crucial player, and his absence has been keenly felt by the team in recent months.

After the Real Madrid victory, while praising Gabriel’s replacement Jakub Kiwior, Arteta confirmed the timescale of Gabriel’s absence.

Arsenal beating Real Madrid 3-0 is an absolutely incredible result. I think to be able to have games and moments like that at home, with your fanbase there, with everybody tuning in, and to walk off with a lead like that,

Real Madrid have NEVER scored a goal against Arsenal and their Invincible former midfielder Ray Parlour sees no reason to believe that will change when manager Mikel Arteta takes his side to the