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Bukayo Saka could return to action when Arsenal host Fulham in the Premier League on Tuesday.

The Gunners have been without the England international since December after he suffered a hamstring tear at Crystal Palace at the end of 2024.

But having stepped up training during the international break, the 23-year-old is now ready to return to action.

Mikel Arteta has been without his first choice front three all year with Kai Havertz’s season over after his hamstring injury in mid-February.

Gabriel Martinelli also missed four games with a hamstring issue of his own but was back in action in March, coming off the bench against Manchester United before coming into the starting XI against Chelsea.

While his attacking options are certainly bolstered, Arteta remains without a centre forward with Gabriel Jesus also still out for the season.

Mikel Merino, who continued his goal scoring form for Spain during the international break, is likely to continue in his new role up top.

Takehiro Tomiyasu is also out for the rest of the season.

There were a couple of concerns to emerge from the international break for Arsenal with Riccardo Calafiori limping off during Italy’s Nations League clash with Germany.

The 22-year-old suffered a knee injury after slipping while changing direction with early reports suggesting he is facing two to three weeks on the sidelines.

Jurrien Timber meanwhile left the Netherlands camp early after being struck down by illness. The versatile defender however is expected to be ready for the visit of the Cottagers.

Arsenal take on Fulham before heading to Goodison Park for the last time to take on Everton in Saturday’s early kick-off.

Two titanic ties against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals then await with the Gunners hosting the European champions in the first leg on Tuesday 8 April.

Predicted Arsenal XI to face Fulham

Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Partey, Rice, Saka, Merino, Martinelli

Where to watch Arsenal vs Fulham? Kick-off time and TV channel

Arsenal vs Fulham kicks off at 7:45pm on Tuesday 1 April.

The match will not be broadcast live in the UK but you can follow all the action with Metro’s LIVE blog.

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