Saka Withdraws From England Squad With Minor Muscle Issue
Bukayo Saka has withdrawn from the England squad for upcoming international friendlies against Brazil and Belgium because of injury.
The 22-year-old has a minor muscle issue and will not be risked as a result.
Saka has not trained with the rest of his England colleagues since reporting for national team duty earlier this week.
His club side Arsenal will be keeping a close eye on Saka's situation, with the Gunners set to face Manchester City in a crunch Premier League clash next week as well as Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals.
"Bukayo Saka has left the England camp and returned to his club for continued rehabilitation," the Football Association said in a statement on Thursday.
"The Arsenal forward reported to St George's Park with an injury and has been unable to participate in training.
"No further replacements are planned as a 25-man England squad continue their preparation for the forthcoming internationals with Brazil and Belgium."
Saka has been in superb form for Arsenal this season, scoring 16 goals and providing 12 assists in 37 appearances across all competitions.
