Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka has been ruled out of England’s upcoming matches against Australia and Italy.

The Arsenal winger, 22, was a member of Gareth Southgate’s 26-man squad last week, but he was unable to play in Sunday’s 1-0 victory over Manchester City because of recent hamstring pain.

“The forward reported to St George’s Park on Monday alongside the rest of the Three Lions’ squad,” the FA said in a statement.

“Having missed Arsenal’s Premier League win against Manchester City on Sunday through injury, Saka was assessed by the England medical team and it was decided that the player would continue his rehabilitation at his club.

“No replacements are planned, with Gareth Southgate having a squad of 25 players to work with.”

Before playing Italy in a Euro 2024 qualifying match on October 17 at the national stadium, England hosts Australia in a friendly on Friday at Wembley.