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Kaya Kaynak

What Mikel Arteta meant with bizarre Bukayo Saka comments amid Arsenal winger's issue

In a season where Arsenal are five points top of the Premier League going into the World Cup break, it's difficult for them to have too many complaints. One grievance that has persisted throughout the campaign, though, is the harsh treatment opposition defences seem to be giving Bukayo Saka.

The 21-year-old winger has been fouled 25 times already this season in all competitions and is well on course to match the tally of 59 fouls he suffered last time around. One of these tackles was so severe that he was forced to limp off during the 5-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, and understandably there is concern for the health of one of Arsenal's most important players.

Perhaps though this is just a fact of life. Saka has attempted 55 dribbles in the Premier League this season. Surely its inevitable that some of those will end with him being fouled? When asked about the subject Mikel Arteta's response was fascinating.

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