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Arsenal Face Everton With Saka Doubt

Daily Brief · 10/23/2026

Arsenal prepare for Saturday's Premier League game against Everton with fitness concerns hanging over the squad after their Champions League draw with Bayern Munich.

Top story: Arteta voices concern over Saka as Arsenal prepare for Everton

Arsenal host Everton in the Premier League on Saturday, just three days after drawing with Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Mikel Arteta has spoken of his concern over Bukayo Saka.

Three players are set to miss the game, which leaves the Arsenal manager with selection decisions to make. One report says he has been urged to change his starting XI in a significant way.

Saka's situation could also open the door for a young Arsenal player to feature. The Gunners youngster, a summer signing, has already caught Arteta's eye.

Sources: Football London, The Mirror, Evening Standard

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