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# Saka, Hincapie, Tzolis - Arsenal injury news and return dates before Everton

- **Source:** 
- **Published:** 23 Oct
- **Club:** Arsenal
- **Original URL:** https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/players/arsenal-injury-news-bukayo-saka-34810326

Arsenal were handed an injury blow ahead of the match when key player Bukayo Saka was forced off the pitch in the early stages of Wednesday night’s Champions League clash against Bayern Munich. He was replaced by Eberechi Eze, who scored the opening goal in the 2-2 draw.

Bayern Munich thought that they had turned the game around with goals from Alphonso Davies and Harry Kane on either side of half time. But Declan Rice scored an equaliser for Arsenal with eight minutes of normal time remaining.

Concentration for the Gunners now turn back to the Premier League as they look to try and keep the pressure on Manchester City at the top of the table. Here’s the latest from the injury room ahead of the clash vs the Toffees.

The winger was forced off early in the midweek Champions League clash vs Bayern Munich. There is still uncertainty over the extent of the injury.

What Arteta has said : "He's got another MRI this afternoon because he had quite a lot of fluid in the area so it was difficult to understand the extent of the injury. We will know more probably tomorrow."

Potential return date : Unknown

The defender has missed the last three games in all competitions, but as been spotted in training ahead of the clash vs Everton.

What Arteta has said : “Piero, he's trained with us and is available for tomorrow as well."

Potential return date : Vs Everton (H) - Sat 24 Oct

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Injury : Hamstring

The winger picked up the injury while on international duty with Greece. He is making good progress , but the game against Everton is expected to come too soon for his return.

What Arteta has said : “Doing really well. Yesterday, he had another MRI scan to see how the injury is evolving. It's progressing really well. Another one that, hopefully, we can have back in a few weeks.” (Oct 16)

Potential return date : Vs Fleetwood (A) - Tues 27 Oct

The defender has been sidelined since the summer due to a back injury.

What Arteta has said : “I think next week we have another MRI with him to see how the healing process is at the moment. But every sign so far has been very, very positive, and yeah, it will be great to have him.” (Oct 16)

Potential return date : November

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