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Latest Arsenal news today with Bukayo Saka injury update and Emirates Stadium expansion plans

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Catch all the latest Arsenal news, including updates on Bukayo Saka injury, Emirates Stadium expansion and Randal Kolo Muani.

With the international break drawing to a close, Arsenal players are all returning to training to prepare for the coming run of matches.

The Gunners aren’t in action this weekend, with next Tuesday being the next time they will return to the Premier League.

The final run-in includes a Champions League clash just around the corner, which will be a season-defining set of fixtures.

So with that said, here’s a look at the biggest Arsenal news ahead of the day.

Bukayo Saka injury return boost

Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka is closing in on his much-anticipated return from injury in the coming weeks.

The winger has been out of action since December, having picked up a hamstring issue that required surgery.

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Fortunately, according to Charles Watts in his Daily Briefing, there is “growing hope” that Saka will be back next week against Fulham.

The 23-year-old has been back with a ball during training, signalling the final stages of his rehabilitation from injury.

Read more on Bukayo Saka injury return.

Arsenal explore Emirates Stadium expansion plans

Arsenal are stepping up their plans to expand the Emirates Stadium to keep up with rivals in terms of their capacity and revenues.

There are some difficulties in terms of building on top of the stands, but it is something the club want to improve.

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With that said, the Standard reports that Real Madrid’s new Bernabeu stadium is one place used as inspiration for improvements.

With an upcoming match in the Champions League against Los Blancos, there is a chance to explore what the Emirates Stadium could look like.

Read more on Emirates Stadium expansion plan.

Arsenal scout Randal Kolo Muani

Arsenal scouts have watched Randal Kolo Muani during his time at Juventus on loan, Arsenal Insider understands.

The Gunners were linked with the versatile forward in January, but missed out as he moved to the Bianconeri from PSG.

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While Kolo Muani is spending the rest of the campaign with the Old Lady, there’s no ruling out that a switch to Arsenal could be on the cards this summer.

Read more on Randal Kolo Muani transfer.