Bukayo Saka has been out since he required hamstring surgery in December. The winger travelled with the Arsenal squad last month to Dubai, where he continued his recovery, and the Gunners expect Saka to be back on the pitch before the end of the season.

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Mikel Arteta’s squad has been hampered by injuries to key players, and the latest updates will do little to lift spirits at the Emirates. With both Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli sidelined, Arsenal’s attacking options are looking increasingly stretched ahead of their crucial round of 16 ties.

Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz latest news and return dates - Mikel Arteta has confirmed the worst possible news ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League round of 16 ties

Martinelli has not played since suffering a hamstring injury during the Carabao Cup loss at Newcastle United on February 5.

Arsenal fans have criticised Gabriel Martinelli after making his first appearance back from injury in a 1-1 draw against Manchester United.