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Bukayo Saka arrives for England duty despite Mikel Arteta ruling Arsenal star OUT of international double-header


BUKAYO SAKA has reported for England duty despite concerns about his fitness.

The winger missed Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Manchester City yesterday due to a hamstring issue.

Bukayo Saka turned up at St George’s Park despite injury concernsCredit: Getty
Jude Bellingham will be hoping to continue his fine Real Madrid form in an England kitCredit: Getty
Rice and Maddison hugged on arrivalCredit: Getty
Gareth Southgate greeted Trent Alexander-Arnold at St George’s ParkCredit: Getty

After the win, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta claimed he was not fit enough to represent the Three Lions this week.

The Spaniard said: “No, he will not make it. He has not trained for a single session.

“He is not available to play football at the moment.”

However, Saka turned up at England training ahead of games against Australia and Italy.

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Gareth Southgate said last week: “I’ve never ever taken a risk on a player’s physical wellbeing, and nor would I.”

Saka strolled into St George’s Park alongside the likes of club team-mates Aaron Ramsdale and Declan Rice.

The midfielder warmly greeted North London rival James Maddison with a big hug.

Recalled duo Jarrod Bowen and Ollie Watkins were also all smiles as they arrived at England’s base.

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Jarrod Bowen has earned an England recallCredit: Getty
Ollie Watkins will be looking to add to his seven England capsCredit: Getty

Both have enjoyed stunning starts to the Premier League season with West Ham and Aston Villa, respectively.

England first face the Aussies at Wembley on Friday night in a friendly.

They then welcome Italy on Tuesday next week as they look to qualify for the Euros next summer.

Jordan Henderson and John Stones were all smiles on arrivalCredit: Getty
Harry Maguire was again selected by Gareth Southgate following his own goal versus Scotland last time outCredit: Getty


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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