Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says adapting to Bukayo Saka's absence with injury can transform him into a better manager. Saka - who has five goals and 10 assists so far this season - faces "many weeks" on the sidelines after tearing his hamstring in Arsenal's 5-1 win at Crystal Palace last weekend.

Martin Keown has told Mikel Arteta to use Ethan Nwaneri at right wing as Arsenal superstar Bukayo Saka looks to get back to full fitness. Saka went off injured during the 5-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace on Saturday and was pictured leaving Selhurst Park on crutches afterwards.

Bukayo Saka faces “many weeks” on the sidelines after suffering a torn hamstring, while his Arsenal team-mate Raheem Sterling will also be unavailable for a similar period. Saka, 23, was forced off during the first half of Arsenal’s 5-1 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday with an injury to his right leg.

Former Arsenal star Martin Keown believes Ethan Nwaneri is ready to step up and fill the void left by Bukayo Saka in the Gunners' squad. Saka is currently

Who will step up in the wake of Bukayo Saka's long term injury? Looking at three potential options for Mikel Arteta.

Arsenal fear Bukayo Saka could be sidelined until March after tearing his hamstring against Crystal Palace on Saturday. Mikel Arteta confirmed on Monday that the winger is set to be out for “many weeks”, with the club awaiting the results of further tests before being able to determine an exact timeline.

Latest Arsenal news before the Premier League clash against Ipswich Town with Mikel Arteta preparing his players in training

There is no disguising the fact that Bukayo Saka would be one of the first names on a list of players we wouldn’t want to be injured. Every team has a core group of talent so good that they can’t be replaced.