As the Gunners get ready for a pivotal Champions League quarterfinal matchup against Real Madrid, Arsenal supporters are anxiously awaiting Bukayo Saka’s return to the starting lineup. Saka has been out since December after suffering a hamstring injury against Crystal Palace, but her return might be a huge help to Mikel Arteta’s team.
Saka and White Will Return
Saka’s possible comeback on April 8 at the Emirates Stadium gives Arsenal new optimism, even if they have struggled without him and are already behind in the Premier League title race.
Ben White, who has only appeared in nine Premier League games since having knee surgery in November, might join him. Arsenal’s attack has benefited greatly from the right-back’s close relationship with Saka, and facing Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid’s potent attack may require them to reunite on the right side.
The £34 million issue: Striker’s problems persist
Even with these encouraging injury reports, Arsenal’s striker shortage is still a worry. Arteta has a significant selection dilemma up front with Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus both sidelined for the season. When facing a Real Madrid team that is favoured to win the tournament, the absence of a clinical forward could prove expensive.
Despite being linked to a January striker move of £34 million, Arsenal finally decided against signing a replacement, a decision they may now regret.
Is It Possible for Arsenal to Win?
With players like Mbappe, Vinícius Jr., and Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid’s team poses one of the most difficult obstacles in European football. But now that Saka and White are back, Arsenal will be starting with their best lineup.
The Champions League may be the Gunners’ sole chance to win a trophy, thus this match is a season-defining event. Arsenal may still have a chance to win Europe if Arteta can find a method to make up for the lack of strikers.
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