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    ‘Stormy days’ – Man Utd star Lisandro Martinez shares emotional update from hospital bed after op on horror knee injury

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    LISANDRO Martinez has revealed he is on the road to recovery thanks to the love of his stunning girlfriend and their unborn daughter in a moving post-op update from his hospital bed.The Manchester United star opened up on the emotional rollercoaster he experienced following the season-ending knee injury against Crystal Palace earlier this month after undergoing surgery.Lisandro Martinez posted an update from the hospital following knee surgeryCredit: instagram @lisandromartinezzzMartinez showed he had the support of long-term partner MuriCredit: instagram @lisandromartinezzzHe admitted to initial feelings of “sadness and helplessness” after tearing his cruciate ligaments and said he would put his heart and soul into his rehabilitation process after the “perfect” operation.In his first update after surgery, he gave the thumbs-up as he admitted: “Today, after going through several stormy days where I allowed myself to feel and accept my sadness, helplessness, insecurities, fears, and a deep emotional imbalance, I am reconnecting with my essence and my values, which help me see things from a kinder and more positive perspective.”Thanking his club and the Argentine national team, he added: “I feel immense gratitude for the incredible work and support of @manchesterunited , @afaseleccion , my family, friends, team-mates, and everyone who took the time to send me a message of encouragement.“The surgery went perfectly!! Now it’s time to give it my all, with heart and soul, in the rehabilitation process.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans responded by offering him more support.One wrote: “We’ll see you back soon.”Another added: “You’ve got this warrior.”The 27-year-old showed he had the support of childhood sweetheart Muri Lopez Benitez and their much-anticipated first child.Most read in FootballThe couple went public with 26-year-old Muri’s pregnancy last October.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMartinez and Muri posted a photo of them holding their baby scan, with the defender writing in a message alongside their snap: “We are so happy that you came into our lives. Thank you for choosing us.”They later revealed they were expecting a daughter they have decided to name Aurora.‘He’s perfect for Man Utd’ – Neville begs Amorim to re-sign flop strikerOvernight the footballer posted an adorable photo on his Instagram showing his girlfriend lying on his chest with her eyes closed as he embraced her in his hospital bed with his surgical gown still on.The brunette had written on the snap which she also posted online: “Getting better with lots of love” followed by a heart emoji.Martinez responded by referencing their unborn daughter and adding: “I love you both lots.”They met in their early teens in their home city of Gualeguay, and Muri has been at his side during his meteoric rise from Newell’s Old Boys to Ajax and his subsequent July 2022 move to Manchester.Muri was in Qatar to watch Martinez and his team-mates secure World Cup glory against France in December 2022.She’s known for her love of carnivals and often shows her glam side on social media.She showed off her baby belly a fortnight ago in a selfie photo with Martinez who had their French bulldog called Polo sat on his lap.Since his £56.7million move from Ajax the defender has had two operations on his foot and damaged the medical ligament in his right knee, although that injury didn’t require surgery.Man Utd are hoping Martinez will be back to fitness for the start of next season.This week the club have been plunged into crisis after FOUR stars were injured in training ahead of their clash at Tottenham to take them to 11 first-team stars in the treatment room.Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte and Toby Collyer represent a triple blow to the Red Devils’ centre midfield options, while Amad Diallo was also announced to have suffered a potentially season-ending injury.Amad posted a heartfelt message on social media following the news of his injury.The Ivorian said: “Extremely disappointed to be writing this message in such a crucial time of the season.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Unfortunately, I will be out for some time with an injury. I will come back stronger than ever!! Time to support the boys from the outside. Still loads to play for.”This crisis has prompted manager Ruben Amorim to turn to the club’s Carrington Academy to bolster the ranks, with five youngsters – Sekou Kone, Harry Amass, Jack Moorhouse, Elyh Harrison and Chido Obi – being called up to travel to London with the senior squad. More

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      Team GB legend and former Strictly star Roger Black undergoes open heart surgery on condition he’s had for 47 YEARS

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      FORMER Olympian Roger Black has undergone open heart surgery on a condition he has lived with for 47 years.The Team GB legend is a two-time 4x400m relay world champion and he won two silver medals at the 1996 Atlanta Games.Roger Black has undergone open heart surgeryCredit: InstagramThe Team GB icon won two silver medals at the Olympics in 1996Credit: Times Newspapers LtdBlack, 58, battled a congenital heart condition throughout his glittering career.But the athlete underwent surgery last month after his health took a turn for the worse.Black said on Instagram: “Three weeks ago I had open heart surgery to replace my aortic valve and repair my aortic root.”My ‘incompetent’ bicuspid aortic valve was discovered when I was 11-years-old and for the last 47 years I have been looked after by the cardiac team at Southampton General Hospital.READ MORE SPORT NEWS”At my annual check-up last summer it was clear that things had deteriorated despite me having no obvious symptoms.’It was a shock but deep down I knew this day would come even though I never allowed my heart disease to define me and prevent me from pursuing my athletic career.”Thank you to Mr Tsang and all the medical team in Southampton who cared for me during what was a tough time in hospital. I am forever grateful.”Most of all thank you to my wife Jules who was there when I woke up in intensive care 11 hours after surgery and has cared for me every day in recovery.Most read in Athletics”Each day has been about small steps – yesterday was a big milestone as we walked to the top of St Martha’s Hill… our special place.”After retiring from athletics, Black worked as a pundit for the BBC as well as appearing on Strictly Come Dancing in 2004, where he partnered pro Camilla Dallerup.The former runner also reached the Masterchef final in 2006, losing to rugby hero Matt Dawson.Black is a father of three, having twin boys George and Max with wife Julia Burgess.He also has a daughter Isabelle from his previous marriage to Elsa Devassoigne.When Black was diagnosed with congenital heart disease aged 11, he was initially banned from playing sport.He eventually got back into playing rugby before switching to athletics aged 18.Black’s health has worsened in recent years and he no longer exercises intensely due to his condition.Roger Black with his wife JuliaCredit: instagram More

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      ‘Body said enough is enough’ – Akanji’s season all-but over as Man City star suffers injury while playing ‘in emergency’

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      MANUEL AKANJI will have surgery on a groin injury on Saturday and faces a fight to return before the end of the season.Manchester City’s Swiss defender limped out of the Champions League defeat to Real Madrid on Tuesday and has been assessed this week.Manuel Akanji’s season is all but over after he suffered groin injury against Real MadridCredit: PAThe Swiss defender will go under the knife this weekendCredit: REXAnd medics have decided he will go under the knife – which could see him sidelined for up to 10 weeks.That means he will miss a large chunk of the games remaining and may not be back until early May.Boss Pep Guardiola has had to deal with injuries to most of his defenders this season and believes the extra workload has caught up with Akanji.He said: “He’ll have surgery on his adductor on Saturday and it will be eight to 10 weeks.READ MORE FOOTI NEWS“We wish the best recovery for Manu because of the effort he has done for us this season.”It’s been unbelievable.“Him and Nathan Ake have played in difficult conditions to help the team in an emergency due to lack of players in those positions.“In the end, the body said enough is enough.”Most read in SportBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSJack Grealish is unlikely to face Newcastle on SaturdayCredit: REXGuardiola said the news was better on England midfielder Jack Grealish – who was also subbed in the defeat to Madrid.He is unlikely to face Newcastle on Saturday but is not expecting another long absence for his £100 million signing.Man City boss Pep Guardiola responds to late collapse to Real Madrid He said: “With Jack, it’s not as bad as Manu has done but I don’t think he will be ready for Saturday.”We will assess it in the next hours.” More

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      Kai Havertz injury update as Arsenal release statement on crocked star following devastating hamstring tear

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      ARSENAL have released a statement with an update on the injury of Kai Havertz.The German forward has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with a hamstring tear.Kai Havert will have to undergo surgery on his injuryCredit: GettyHavertz’s injury happened during the club’s warm-weather training camp in DubaiCredit: GettyHavertz, 25, picked up the injury during the club’s training camp in Dubai and will need to undergo surgery.Arsenal confirmed in a statement that this was the case.It was also revealed that the former Chelsea star will have a recovery programme that will run into the pre-season training for the 2025/26 campaign.It read: “We can confirm that Kai Havertz has sustained a hamstring injury during a training session in Dubai last week.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”Subsequent assessments and specialist reviews have confirmed that the injury will require surgery, which will take place in the coming days.”Soon after surgery, Kai will begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme, which is expected to extend into pre-season preparations for next season.”Everyone at the club is fully focused on supporting Kai to ensure he is back to full fitness as soon as possible.”The long-term injury to Havertz has damaged Arsenal’s title hopes and shone a light on the lack of depth available to Mikel Arteta.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe club were hotly tipped to sign a new striker in the January transfer window with links to the likes of Ollie Watkins and Benjamin Sesko.However, the North London outfit did not make a move in the market to bolster their attack. Worrying Kai Havertz footage emerges after Arsenal star ruled out for entire season with devastating torn hamstringIt has been speculated that midfielder Mikel Merino could be tried as a makeshift forward.While academy players Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, Ismeal Kabia and Khayon Edwards may enter Arteta’s thinking.Arsenal headed to Dubai for their annual warm-weather training trip last Thursday.Crocked stars Ben White and Bukayo Saka were able to join their team-mates on the training camp, as they both step up their respective injury recoveries. More

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      Former Barcelona star shows off withered leg as he shows how much muscle he lost after devastating ACL injury

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      FORMER Barcelona prodigy Riqui Puig has revealed pictures of his withered leg after suffering a devastating ACL injury.Puig, who now plays for LA Galaxy, lost a significant amount of muscle in his right leg after undergoing reconstructive surgery last month.Riqui Puig has shown off his withered right legThe 25-year-old tore his ACL in NovemberPuig came through the ranks with Barcelona’s La Masia set upPuig joined LA in 2022Puig suffered a nasty ACL injury during LA Galaxy’s 1-0 win over Seattle Sonders FC in the Western Conference final in November.But he played over 30 minutes with a torn ACL and even provided the game-winning assist for Dejan Joveljic’s 85th minute goal.Scans after the trophy celebrations showed a rupture and surgery was performed in a Barcelona hospital a month later.The 25-year-old has shared an update on the rehab process of his knee.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSPictures show the midfielder has lost a ton of muscle on his right leg as he works with specialists.Puig grabbed 37 goal contributions in 36 matches played across all competitions for the LA Galaxy during the 2024 campaign.He left Barcelona for America as a free agent in 2022 after falling out of favour with former manager Xavi’s plans.His exit was a shock for fans after Barca’s legends indicated he was a special talent.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBack in 2018, one report read: “Lionel Messi quickly realised that after Riqui started going to some training sessions with the first team last season.”He wanted him at his side and, of course, the kid was happy to have his idol in front of him and on top of that, that he gave him the ball.Ex-Everton and Barcelona star Gerard Deulofeu works out in gym after horror injury “He was not the only one who was astonished.”Luis Suarez, Andres Iniesta – a player whom he has many resemblances towards – were also captivated by his football.”Despite his promising talent as a teenager, Puig found himself way down the pecking order at the Nou Camp and left in 2022.Gavi and Pedri are two of the highest-rated young central midfielders in Europe and have continued to prosper.Meanwhile, Puig is one of the best players in the MLS and is a two-time All-Star.Puig found himself way down the pecking order at the Nou Camp More

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      Mikel Arteta tells Bukayo Saka to jet off on HOLIDAY to help his recovery from hamstring surgery

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      BUKAYO SAKA is spending his rehab from hamstring surgery like any elite professional would.Aside from recovering at home, the Arsenal star has remained a regular face at their London Colney training base after going under the knife just before Christmas Day – even supporting his teammates up close at home games.Bukayo Saka underwent hamstring surgery after a trip to Crystal Palace last monthCredit: GettySaka has been making the effort to support the team during his rehab phaseCredit: GettyHobbling on crutches, Saka was spotted pitch side at the Emirates watching his pals warm up ahead of the North London Derby in mid-week – and is expected to do the same ahead of today’s [SAT] clash with Aston Villa.Arteta admires the commitment, but the Gunners boss has urged Saka to instead use this time to jet off on HOLIDAY, telling the England winger: You need it!After facing Villa, Arsenal have another home game against Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League on Wednesday before trips to Wolves and then Girona between January 25 and 29 – a four-day period that could be perfect for Saka to get some much-needed rest in the sunshine.Asked if Saka should take a holiday somewhere nice, Arteta said: “Yeah, he needs to. He is obligated to go! With his girlfriend or his family, he can choose. Or on his own.read more arsenal”But he needs to get away for a few days and refresh. He can still do a lot of things with his rehab because it is the perfect stage. I think it will make him really better.“He has been [around the squad] every single day. There is a moment, especially when we are going to be away for a few days, that he needs to do that. That is very important for him as well.“We need to look after our players.”Ever-present Saka started in all but three of Arsenal’s Prem games last season, as well as starting for England in every game of their Euros journey to the final in Germany last summer.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThis term, he has so far started 16 Prem games, as well as five of their six Champions League league phase matches.On what Saka should send his manager as a thank you for granting some time off, Arteta laughed: “A nice picture – or a present!”What Arteta really wants is one of his best players fit and firing sooner rather than later.Saka is targeting an early March return – perhaps in time for Prem outings against Manchester United on March 8 and Chelsea on March 15.Up until he hobbled off during a 5-1 win at Crystal Palace on December 21, Saka had been instrumental in Arsenal’s attack this term with five goals and 10 assists in the league.Since then, the likes of Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Ethan Nwaneri and Raheem Sterling have tried to replicate Saka on the right wing with little success.Jesus could now be crocked for the rest of 2025 with a ruptured ACL suffered in the FA Cup third round defeat to Man United, Nwaneri is recovering from a hamstring strain, Sterling looks shot of confidence or form while Martinelli and Trossard are naturally left-sided players.Why Arsenal were MYLES better than SpursAnd since Saka’s injury, Arsenal have dropped two points to Brighton in the Prem, been knocked out of the FA Cup and face an uphill task to reach the Carabao Cup final after a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in their semi-final first leg.It is why Arteta is hoping to land a new forward during this January window, but there will still be huge pressure on the shoulders of Saka to make an instant impact on his long-awaited return.Whether Arsenal will still be in the title race by then is another matter, despite recently closing the gap on Liverpool to four points, with Arne Slot’s Red still having a game in hand.On Saka’s time away from the team, Arteta continued: “The main part is the psychological part of how they feel emotionally. Because being a long time without doing what you love is not easy.“Your routine changes completely. You are much more isolated because you’re not going to work. That takes a little while to handle and to settle.READ MORE SUN STORIES“So, it’s a moment that if he can have a break as well and enjoy the parts of his life, great.“To be closer to the family, great. To learn about the game, certain aspects that he can still improve and develop.” More

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      Pictures that got Lazio falconer sacked emerge after club axed him for boasting about penis implant online

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      EXPLICIT photos showing why Lazio sacked their falconer following penis implant surgery have emerged.The Serie A giants axed Juan Bernabe after he shared naked pics online displaying the prosthetic device.Juan Bernabe shared his delight after the surgeryCredit: TwitterThe falconer showed a clip as he recovered from the opCredit: TwitterBernabe had the op as he ‘likes to have sex once or twice a day’Credit: TwitterA smiling Bernabe also gave a thumbs-up sign from a hospital bed.He later explained his delight at the “wonderful operation” to “increase my sexual performance because I am very active”.Bernabe said that a video of the surgery results were only posted on his private profile.But Lazio responded to the “shocking” clip and “the statements that accompanied them” by axing him.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBernabe apologised but then reportedly locked himself in the club’s training ground in protest at the decision to dismiss him. He was a popular sight at every home game controlling the club mascot – an eagle.Lazio said they were “aware of the shared pain the loss of the eagle will cause to fans” but described the bird as “an historic symbol” that could no longer be “associated” with Bernabe.He responded by saying he was “truly sorry and saddened towards the Italian people” for his “human error” in sharing certain images.Most read in FootballLazio axed Bernabe but said the loss of the eagle will be a ‘shared pain’Credit: GettyHe also told Spanish radio station La Zanzara why the surgery had been so important to him.Bernabe explained: “I did it to perform like when I was young. My erection is natural but with this device I press a button that allows me to perfectly control both the erection and the time.JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I only published it to inform people about the surgery. For me, nudity is normal because I grew up in a naturist family and with an open mind, I do not understand what the relationship of my photo is with pornography.”Everyone likes sex. I don’t drink, I don’t smoke and I don’t take drugs, but I like sex like all men, and men always try to have greater sexual capacity. Top 10 highest-paid Premier League stars”I am a very active man and I live with a partner, but I go out with other women. “The woman who is with me knows this because she understands that, for me, sex is a necessity, she has a very open mind. I would like to have sex once or twice a day.” More

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      Bukayo Saka posts picture from hospital bed after Arsenal star undergoes surgery and faces months on sidelines

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      BUKAYO SAKA has given fans a health update after undergoing surgery.Mikel Arteta confirmed the Arsenal star would be heading to hospital after he was hit with a hamstring injury during their 5-1 win at Crystal Palace before Christmas.Bukayo Saka has posted a health update following surgeryCredit: Instagram / bukayosaka87The Arsenal star was hit by a hamstring injury before ChristmasCredit: RexSaka was seen on crutches following the gameCredit: The SunSaka, 23, limped off the pitch at Selhurst Park with fears he could be out for a prolonged period of time.And those fears came true when Arteta confirmed his star man would need surgery and would be out until at least March.He said: “Yes Bukayo had a procedure and everything went well, but unfortunately he will be out for many, many weeks.”I said many weeks, so I think it will be more than two months. I don’t know exactly how much longer.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSaka has now undergone his operation and provided anxious Gooners with an update on his health by releasing a picture on Instagram.The stricken winger shared a photo to his page showing him in a hospital bed with his right thumb up.He captioned the post: “The majority see obstacles, but few see the opportunities. “Recovery has begun and I’m coming back stronger! Thank you all for your messages #Godsplan.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIn a bid to alleviate the problem caused by Saka’s absence, Arsenal deployed Gabriel Martinelli on the right wing in their 1-0 win over Ipswich.On the game and the Brazilian’s new role, Arteta said: “[It was] Very different we will evolve that. Bukayo Saka is spotted on crutches after Arsenal’s win at Crystal Palace”In the second half I liked it more. It will take a bit of time.”Arsenal face back to back away trips to Brentford on New Year’s Day and Brighton the following Saturday.The Gunners then host Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg before taking on Manchester United at the Emirates in the FA Cup third round.Arsenal ratings vs IpswichBy Katherine WalshARSENAL leapfrogged Chelsea back into second in the Premier League table with a 1-0 win over Ipswich.Kai Havertz’s close-range finish midway through the first half proved to be the difference between the title-chasing Gunners and relegation-threatened Tractor Boys. Here’s how SunSport’s Katherine Walsh rated the Arsenal players at the Emirates Stadium…David Raya – 5Cut a lonely figure and must have been cold standing on his goal-line for most of the first half as his team-mates enjoyed 84 per cent possession.Had his first touch on 31 minutes but was called upon more in the second half as Ipswich grew into the game.Jurrien Timber – 6Got the fans on their feet with a glorious run through the middle of the park inside 19 minutes, but his limp long range shot was easily kept out by Muric.Clearly had a licence to roam, cutting in from full-back and driving up the pitch.William Saliba – 7Joined Gabriel in the highest line set-up of the season. The pair of them were at the edge of Muric’s box for most of the first half.The Frenchman was solid in dealing with a boisterous Liam Delap.Gabriel – 8Great game for the Brazilian to ease back into 90 minutes after starting against Crystal Palace on Saturday.Caused his usual nuisance in the opposition area from corners but missed a sitter from a Rice set-piece in the 64th minute.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7Getting more and more impressive each week. The way he moves with that low centre of gravity makes him so hard to dispossess.But a poor clearance saw Ipswich enjoy a first spell of possession before the hour mark.The 18-year-old was poked and prodded by Ipswich striker Delap and Kalvin Phillips at times but dealt with it well.Declan Rice – 7Rice was pushed into a defensive No6 role but didn’t have to stay there long.Energetic as always and added another level of attack he got his foot on the ball and won a dangerous free kick on the edge of the area.Kai Havertz – 8Officially back in midfield in Saka’s absence after having played most of the season up top.But the German was in the perfect elusive centre-forward’s position to tap home with a breakthrough opener inside 23 minutes.Rotated and exchanged the No9 role – perhaps Arteta has found a new partnership that may see them through this spell without Saka.Martin Odegaard – 6Rare off evening for the Arsenal captain but nothing too drastic. Uncharacteristic air ball inside six minutes and wasn’t as sharp in his passing.Perhaps missing the chemistry he has with Saka and lost the ball cheaply at times.Gabriel Martinelli – 6All eyes were on the winger as he filled in for Saka on the right-hand side.The Brazilian perhaps lacks the directness of the Gunners’ starboy, but he saw plenty of the ball and linked up well with Jesus.Whipped the first ball in for Havertz’s goal which came out to Trossard who provided the assist.Leandro Trossard – 7Started on the left and kept the ball alive to steal a yard on Ben Johnson and provide Havertz with a wicked cross and his 12th goal of the season.Troubled Ipswich’s Johnson with his direct running and tireless work rate throughout.Gabriel Jesus – 5Jesus clearly had the bit between his teeth at the moment after last week’s goal rush.Couldn’t quite hold his run well enough when breaking through after 34 minutes for his offside goal. Perhaps over eager at that moment.Looked disappointed when he was subbed off with 20 minutes remaining. More

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      Bukayo Saka undergoes surgery and set for MONTHS out as Mikel Arteta gives update on Arsenal star’s injury

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      ARSENAL star Bukayo Saka is set for MONTHS out after undergoing surgery.Saka, 23, was forced off just 23 minutes into the Gunners’ 5-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace with a hamstring injury last week.Arsenal star Bukayo Saka suffered a hamstring injury last weekCredit: GettyArsenal boss Mikel Arteta confimed Saka may be out for more than two monthsCredit: RexMatches Bukayo Saka is set to missHere are the matches Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is set to miss after his hamstring injury:Brentford (A) – Jan 1Brighton (A) – Jan 4Newcastle (H) Carabao Cup – Jan 7Man Utd (H) FA Cup – Jan 12Tottenham (H) – Jan 15Aston Villa (H) – Jan 18Dinamo Zagreb (H) Champions League – Jan 22Wolves (A) – Jan 25Girona (A) Champions League – Jan 29Man City (H) – Feb 2Newcastle (A) Carabao Cup – Feb 5Leicester (A) – Feb 15West Ham (H) – Feb 22Nottingham Forest (A) – Feb 25And manager Mikel Arteta issued a bleak update regarding his star winger’s fitness as he confirmed he underwent a procedure. The Arsenal boss confirmed the England international may be out for more than two months.Arteta said: “I prefer to leave it to the doctor or himself. “But yes Bukayo had a procedure and everything went well, but unfortunately he will be out for many, many weeks.Read More on Arsenal“I said many weeks, so I think it will be more than two months. I don’t know exactly how much longer.“It will depend on how the scar tissue starts to heal, the first week or so, the mobility of that. Let’s see, it’s very difficult to say.“We have to rely on the team, that is our strength, we are a team of players who can score 20-30 goals together.”Saka has been a focal point for Arsenal this season as he dominated opponents down the right flank.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe forward has amassed a total of nine goals and 13 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions this season.And Saka’s injury poses as a blow to the North Londoners’ Premier League title hopes after climbing to second place behind leaders Liverpool, who are six points ahead with a game in hand.Arsenal player ratings: Havertz shines in different role but Jesus can’t keep up hot streak against IpswichThat could force Arteta’s hand ahead of the upcoming January transfer window.Many have claimed that Arsenal have been in need of attacking reinforcement since the summer as they lack a natural centre-forward.That has led to links with the likes of Sporting Lisbon’s Victor Gyokeres, Lille’s Jonathan David, Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush.Most recent reports have claimed the Premier League giants could also move for Wolves’ Matheus Cunha and Paris Saint-Germain’s Randal Kolo Muani.Kai Havertz, who scored the winner against Ipswich on Friday during Saka’s absence, has been carrying the burden up front for most of the season.Arteta appears open to tackle the winter market as he said that “preparation is done” and Arsenal are ready to spend in January “if something happens .”The Spanish tactician said when asked if the club planned to do business this coming month: “Yes, the preparation is done. We are ready if something happens. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Obviously we didn’t predict the situation with Bukayo and Raheem [Sterling] at the same time. We predicted more if something has happened, for example, in the defensive line. But the job is done. “Then, okay, if something has to happen we will be open. But the main focus is now how we should strive to distil the potential that there is in this squad.”Arsenal ratings vs IpswichBy Katherine WalshARSENAL leapfrogged Chelsea back into second in the Premier League table with a 1-0 win over Ipswich.Kai Havertz’s close-range finish midway through the first half proved to be the difference between the title-chasing Gunners and relegation-threatened Tractor Boys. Here’s how SunSport’s Katherine Walsh rated the Arsenal players at the Emirates Stadium…David Raya – 5Cut a lonely figure and must have been cold standing on his goal-line for most of the first half as his team-mates enjoyed 84 per cent possession.Had his first touch on 31 minutes but was called upon more in the second half as Ipswich grew into the game.Jurrien Timber – 6Got the fans on their feet with a glorious run through the middle of the park inside 19 minutes, but his limp long range shot was easily kept out by Muric.Clearly had a licence to roam, cutting in from full-back and driving up the pitch.William Saliba – 7Joined Gabriel in the highest line set-up of the season. The pair of them were at the edge of Muric’s box for most of the first half.The Frenchman was solid in dealing with a boisterous Liam Delap.Gabriel – 8Great game for the Brazilian to ease back into 90 minutes after starting against Crystal Palace on Saturday.Caused his usual nuisance in the opposition area from corners but missed a sitter from a Rice set-piece in the 64th minute.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 7Getting more and more impressive each week. The way he moves with that low centre of gravity makes him so hard to dispossess.But a poor clearance saw Ipswich enjoy a first spell of possession before the hour mark.The 18-year-old was poked and prodded by Ipswich striker Delap and Kalvin Phillips at times but dealt with it well.Declan Rice – 7Rice was pushed into a defensive No6 role but didn’t have to stay there long.Energetic as always and added another level of attack he got his foot on the ball and won a dangerous free kick on the edge of the area.Kai Havertz – 8Officially back in midfield in Saka’s absence after having played most of the season up top.But the German was in the perfect elusive centre-forward’s position to tap home with a breakthrough opener inside 23 minutes.Rotated and exchanged the No9 role – perhaps Arteta has found a new partnership that may see them through this spell without Saka.Martin Odegaard – 6Rare off evening for the Arsenal captain but nothing too drastic. Uncharacteristic air ball inside six minutes and wasn’t as sharp in his passing.Perhaps missing the chemistry he has with Saka and lost the ball cheaply at times.Gabriel Martinelli – 6All eyes were on the winger as he filled in for Saka on the right-hand side.The Brazilian perhaps lacks the directness of the Gunners’ starboy, but he saw plenty of the ball and linked up well with Jesus.Whipped the first ball in for Havertz’s goal which came out to Trossard who provided the assist.Leandro Trossard – 7Started on the left and kept the ball alive to steal a yard on Ben Johnson and provide Havertz with a wicked cross and his 12th goal of the season.Troubled Ipswich’s Johnson with his direct running and tireless work rate throughout.Gabriel Jesus – 5Jesus clearly had the bit between his teeth at the moment after last week’s goal rush.Couldn’t quite hold his run well enough when breaking through after 34 minutes for his offside goal. Perhaps over eager at that moment.Looked disappointed when he was subbed off with 20 minutes remaining. More