Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka will not undergo any surgery to treat his Achilles tendon injury. Instead of medical intervention, the 2001-born star will spend his full three-week break recovering naturally before rejoining his teammates.
The pain was persistent, and they decided to avoid surgery.
The Achilles tendon problem has caused Bukayo Saka considerable trouble since the 2026 World Cup . The persistent, nagging pain has prevented the Arsenal winger from maintaining a regular place in England's starting lineup recently.
In fact, this injury has been present since March. At the crucial end of the 2025/2026 season, the North London club's medical team considered surgery to definitively address the injury. However, after carefully assessing all the risks and the length of time out of action, this option was rejected.
A 3-week recharge plan for the new season.
Currently, surgery remains out of the treatment plan for Saka. The coaching staff and medical team have agreed on a conservative approach, allowing the England international to take a three-week break for complete relaxation.
This rest period is intended to allow Saka's Achilles tendon to heal naturally and reduce the strain after a series of consecutive matches. Avoiding surgery helps the 23-year-old avoid the risk of a long-term injury and allows him to return to training sooner to prepare for important goals with Arsenal in the new season.