Thomas Tuchel dropped a concerning update on June 9, 2026, confirming that Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka is still dealing with an Achilles injury he picked up back in March. The England manager said Saka is “not 100 per cent” fit, noting that the player struggles with consecutive training sessions and requires careful load management ahead of the World Cup.
“Bukayo is just not there yet. Some things are missing.”
The injury and what it actually means
Saka’s Achilles problem originated during an England training camp in March 2026. He has continued playing through it, which tells you something about both his commitment and the stakes involved with a World Cup on the horizon. The injury reportedly came during international duty, adding another layer to the perpetual tension between clubs and national teams over player fitness.
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