Bukayo Saka pictured in crucial Arsenal vs Man City injury update but key absence spotted

Arsenal have received a potential boost ahead of their Premier League showdown against Manchester City with Bukayo Saka spotted amongst the squad prior to the match.

The winger had been a doubt for the Gunners following a hamstring injury sustained during last month's Premier League victory over Leeds United.

This setback forced him to withdraw from England international duty and miss Premier League fixtures against Liverpool and Nottingham Forest.

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Prior to the clash, Mikel Arteta suggested a late call would be made regarding Saka's availability against Man City.

His presence with the team suggests he may return.

During his pre-match press conference, the Arsenal manager commented on Saka, Martin Odegaard and Ben White: "If there is a chance, it will be after tomorrow's session as they haven't done anything yet, so we'll have more information tomorrow.

"Because everything has been modified so far for them and there's still a few things to clear and tomorrow we'll have more information whether they are part of the squad, they have a chance to be part of the squad or not."

BBC Sportreport that Saka has returned to full first-team training ahead of the City game, suggesting he could be available for selection.

'Early indications' claim that he could be available for selection for the match.

On the other hand, Gunners captain Odegaard has also stepped up his training, but he may not be ready for the City clash.

The midfielder was forced off during last weekend's win over Forest and has not been seen training with the squad ahead of the upcoming match.

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