Arsenal fans have been discussing what Noni Madueke’s arrival could mean for Bukayo Saka in the wake of his impressive England outing against Andorra.
Arsenal signed Noni Madueke from Chelsea for around £52million, and he has played in all three of the Gunners’ games this season.
Madueke is also part of the latest England squad and, in Bukayo Saka’s absence, started on the right wing for the Three Lions.
The 23-year-old was one of England’s best players on the day, and Arsenal fans loved what this means in terms of the bigger picture.
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Arsenal fans claim Bukayo Saka can finally be rested more often now Noni Madueke is at N5
For years, Saka was the only real option on the right wing, which meant he played a huge amount of games and minutes.
In turn, this meant Saka risked injury and fatigue far too often.
Now, Arsenal fans have claimed that he could now be rested more often because Madueke is such a high-quality alternative.
One fan wrote on X: “Saka is injured (out for 3-4 weeks), Saliba is injured (out for 3-4 weeks).
“Guess what?? I’m not even panicking cuh we got Mosquera & Madueke.”
Another fan said: “Really hope Arteta doesn’t rush Saka back with the form Madueke is in.
“This could be a Ramsey – Wilshere situation.”
The praise kept coming, with one fan writing: “Noni Madueke shining at RW means Arteta will finally be forced to not rush Bukayo Saka back into the squad.”
Another supporter said: “And now an assist! We know Saka will start RW when fit but Madueke is a nice back-up.”
Another fan wrote: “Having both Saka and Madueke as RW options is a cheat code.”
Arsenal fans also enjoyed seeing Madueke in action against Liverpool.
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How Noni Madueke fared against Andorra
Much like his display against Liverpool, Madueke was a livewire who took the game to his opponents.
He created three chances in the game, including one key chance, and had two efforts of his own.
Madueke also won five duels, took eight touches in the opposition box, and weighed in with two tackles.
All in all, Madueke is showing signs that he could become a key player for club and country.
England are next in action on Tuesday night when they face Serbia at the Rajko Mitic Stadium.
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