The 22-year-old has scored four goals and given two assists in seven Premier League matches for the Gunners so far this season.
Saka has also scored one goal and given two assists in two UEFA Champions League games for Mikel Arteta’s side so far this campaign.
Manchester City have arguably the best squad in England, and for Arsenal to win against Pep Guardiola’s side, they need their best players available.
Arsenal told to leave Bukayo Saka out vs Manchester City
Although Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has that Saka is in contention to play against City, former Gunners left-back Kieran Gibbs believes that it would be best if the winger does not play.
Gibbs said about Saka on
: “For me, he is the franchise player.
“I think he is a bigger miss than Rodri being out for City.
“I would have to leave him out. I agree with Stevie.
“If it is a muscle injury, then you have got to leave it.”
I agree with Gibbs.
If Saka is not 100% fit, then there is no need to risk him against Manchester City.
After all, the winger could only aggravate the injury.
Of course, Arsenal will want to win against City, but at the end of the day, the result is not going to determine the winners of the Premier League title this season.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta needs to think of the long term.
