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Arteta explains Saka sub: ‘We need to be careful’

Mikel Arteta explained his decision to substitute Bukayo Saka at halftime against Fulham, citing the need to protect the star winger's fitness.

Saka delivered an impactful first half before being replaced by Noni Madueke. Arteta emphasized that Saka made a difference but needs careful management to stay fit for the season's crucial end. mwafrika.life

"We have to protect him. We need to ramp up his load but we need to be careful," Arteta stated, confirming the priority is sustaining his fitness for the title race.