Max Dowman is now finally close to making his Arsenal return after Mikel Arteta lost Bukayo Saka to injury.
Over the weekend, Saka suffered a hip injury during the warm-up at Elland Road and was forced to drop out of the team ahead of kick-off.
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Saka is now expected to be sidelined until the North London derby on February 22, meaning the Gunners will now need to find a replacement.
Dowman has been sidelined since the middle of December after suffering ankle ligament damage, but he is now close to making a timely return.
Max Dowman is ‘progressing well’ towards Arsenal return
Max Dowman is progressing well in his recovery from an ankle injury and could soon be back for Arsenal, according to The Sun.
The 16-year-old suffered the injury during a behind-closed-doors friendly against Manchester United in North London.
So far this season, Arteta has given the youngster five appearances, including his Champions League debut against Slavia Prague.
After losing Saka to injury, Noni Madueke is currently Arsenal’s only out-and-out right winger option; therefore, having Dowman back is a huge boost.
Gabriel Martinelli also played there against Leeds and assisted Viktor Gyokeres’ goal following a cross from the right wing.
Last week, Arsenal got Dowman to sign a scholarship deal to secure the future of Hale End’s most exciting young talent since Saka.
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Arteta will now be grateful to have him back after losing one of his key attacking options.
Saka has not been in great form recently, having netted just one goal in the Premier League since December 3.
Now, the 24-year-old could miss games against Chelsea, Sunderland, Brentford and Wigan Athletic.
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