The Saka Situation

Having missed Arsenal's last two games with a hamstring injury, Bukayo Saka is a worry this week for the 25% of managers who still own him. The Gunners' winger is the most transferred out player for week 9, with 800,000 players getting rid of the midfielder.

Respected Arsenal journalist, Charles Watts, tweeted that the club remains hopeful he will start, however it will be a late decision. As Arsenal face top of the table Liverpool this week, after losing their first game of the season against Bournemouth the week before - the only league game Saka did not play - it is understood that boss, Mikel Arteta will be doing everything he can to get the 23 year old into the starting line-up.

Saka has been vital in Arsenal's campaign this season, registering 2 goals and 7 assists in his 7 matches played. However, his recent absence from the team sheet has lead many managers to look for alternative options.

Son Heung Min of Spurs, who himself has recently bounced back from an injury, is a player to consider as a transfer. Being £0.1m cheaper than Saka, and having a more favourable fixture run, the South Korean is a possible replacement for managers looking to shift Saka.

Chelsea's Cole Palmer is another potential replacement. Costing £10.9m, it might be difficult to fit him in your team. However, if you can make it work it is worth the punt. Palmer has the second most points in the game, joint with Haaland. With 11 G/A in 8 games, Palmer is a top priority for most managers.

Nonetheless, there is the possibility that Saka starts and makes an impact against Liverpool, and he will most definitely be a key player in weeks to come. If you have a strong bench and have the option to put Saka on the side-lines for this week, bringing him in at a later date, that is still a viable tactic. It all boils down to what you feel comfortable doing as a manager.