Injured Saka drops out of England squad

Arsenal have been hit with a blow after Bukayo Saka dropped out of the current England squad due to injury.

The forward has not been able to train since reporting for international duty due to injury and has now returned to his club side.

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A statement read: “Bukayo Saka has left the England camp and returned to his club for continued rehabilitation. 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.”