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Bukayo Saka

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

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Bukayo Saka is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team. Primarily used as a winger, he is known for his versatility, technical ability, and goal contribution. He was born in Ealing, London, on 5 September 2001.

Early life

Bukayo Saka was born in Ealing, London, in 2001. He joined Arsenal’s academy as a child and progressed through the club’s youth system.

Club career

Saka made his senior debut for Arsenal in 2018 and established himself as a regular first-team player. Arsenal’s club profile highlights his growing goal totals and appearances for the team.

International career

Saka became a senior England international in 2020. England Football lists him as a forward with senior caps and goals for the national team.

Playing style

He is primarily deployed as a winger and is also described as a forward. Reports and player profiles note his versatility, pace, crossing, and technical quality.

Key facts

  • Bukayo Saka is an English professional footballer for Arsenal and the England national team.
  • He joined Arsenal’s Hale End academy at age eight and made his senior debut in November 2018.
  • Primarily a winger, he is also used in other attacking and defensive roles.
  • He has scored 60 Premier League goals in 226 appearances and 17 senior international goals.
  • Arsenal’s player profile lists him as a wide forward and a key attacking player.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bukayo Saka?
Bukayo Saka is an English professional footballer who plays for Arsenal and the England national team.
How old is Bukayo Saka?
He was born on 5 September 2001, which makes him 24 years old.
What position does Bukayo Saka play?
He primarily plays as a winger, and is also listed as a forward.
Which club does Bukayo Saka play for?
He plays for Arsenal.
What is Bukayo Saka's net worth?
A verified public net worth figure is not consistently published in the provided sources, so it is not listed here.
How many goals has Bukayo Saka scored?
The Premier League profile lists 60 Premier League goals, and England Football lists 17 senior international goals.

References

  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.