“I haven’t been myself since finding out that Arsenal, my boyhood club, have secretly agreed to sign a new winger to take my place. It hurts,” Bukayo Saka reportedly expresses frustration as the club prepares to bring in another winger this summer

Arsenal fans were left stunned today after reports emerged from a post-match press conference suggesting Bukayo Saka has privately expressed frustration over the club’s transfer plans — admitting it’s affected his form and mindset on the pitch.

According to insiders close to the club, the England international has revealed his disappointment upon learning that Arsenal are preparing to sign a new winger this summer, a player reportedly expected to offer direct competition for his starting spot on the right flank.

“I haven’t been myself since finding out that Arsenal, my boyhood club, have secretly agreed to sign a new winger to take my place,” Saka reportedly told a close source after Arsenal’s recent fixture. “It hurts.”

While no official names have been confirmed, rumors have swirled around the Emirates in recent weeks, linking the club to several high-profile wide players as Mikel Arteta looks to ease the burden on Saka, who has been one of Arsenal’s most overworked players over the past two seasons.

The young winger’s honesty has sparked concern among fans, with many taking to social media to show their support and call for transparency from the club’s hierarchy.

Arteta, when asked about Saka’s reported comments during the presser, responded cautiously:
“We love Bukayo, he’s a huge part of this project. Bringing in competition and depth isn’t about replacing anyone — it’s about raising standards and protecting our key players.”

It’s understood Arsenal’s transfer committee views the move as essential to manage Saka’s workload, especially with Champions League, Premier League, and domestic cup campaigns piling up. However, the lack of open communication on the matter appears to have left the 22-year-old feeling isolated and unsettled.

Former Arsenal captain Ian Wright weighed in on the situation during a live broadcast:
“No one should feel like they’re being pushed out at the club they love. Arsenal need to sit down with Bukayo and clear this up. He’s too important for this to turn messy.”

As the summer window approaches, all eyes will be on Arsenal’s winger pursuit — and whether the situation with their star boy can be smoothed over before it affects squad harmony.