Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has disclosed his puppy played an integral role in helping to keep his spirits high when he was recovering from his injury.

Recall that after suffering a hamstring injury against Leeds United in August, the England international was left on the sidelines as Arsenal fell to the likes of Liverpool on the pitch. 

The winger wasn’t rushed back and was absent from England’s World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia whilst he watched from home. 

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However, in a chat with the club’s website, Saka stated that his puppy gave him morale and lifted his spirit during his recovery from injury.

“I spent a lot of time with my family, with myself. I got a puppy as well, so he helped me keep my spirits high – he kept me busy as well. It was hard work at the start.”