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Bukayo Saka

Bukayo Saka is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

Bukayo Saka is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team. Known for his versatility and technical ability, he primarily plays as a winger.

What it is

Bukayo Saka, born in Ealing, London in 2001, is a product of Arsenal's Hale End academy. He joined the club at age eight and progressed through the youth system before making his senior debut in November 2018.

Key details

Primarily a winger, Saka has also been used in other attacking and defensive roles. He has scored 60 Premier League goals in 226 appearances, per the Premier League's official profile. For England, he has 17 senior international goals and has represented the country at major tournaments.

Why it matters

Saka is one of Arsenal's key attacking players, described as a wide forward on the club's profile. His versatility, pace, crossing, and technical quality make him a vital asset for both club and country.

In short

  • Joined Arsenal's Hale End academy at age eight.
  • Made senior debut in November 2018.
  • Scored 60 Premier League goals in 226 appearances.
  • England international with 17 senior goals.

Quick questions

Who is Bukayo Saka?
An English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team.
What position does Bukayo Saka play?
He primarily plays as a winger and is also listed as a forward.
How many goals has Bukayo Saka scored?
He has scored 60 Premier League goals for Arsenal and 17 senior international goals for England.

Sources

  1. Arsenal — https://www.arsenal.com/men/players/bukayo-saka
    Supports: Date of birth, club, debut, playing role, Arsenal career details, and goals scored for Arsenal competitions.
  2. England Football — https://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/bukayo-saka
    Supports: Date of birth, position, current club, senior caps, and senior international goals.
  3. Premier League — https://www.premierleague.com/en/players/223340/bukayo-saka/overview
    Supports: Date of birth, club profile, appearances, goals, and assists in the Premier League.
  4. The Independent — https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/bukayo-saka-arsenal-england-news-b1917929.html
    Supports: Background on his role as a winger and versatility.