Bukayo Saka: Arsenal star snubs presenter who asked for quick interview

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka snubs presenter for quick interview in Spain Credit: Sky

Bukayo Saka: Arsenal star snubs presenter who asked for quick interview

Hassan Abdulsalam 15:37 - 01.06.2025

Bukayo Saka snubbed interview at Spanish Grand Prix, leaves presenter hanging

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka made headlines off the pitch on Sunday after declining an on-grid interview during the Spanish Grand Prix in Catalunya, where he appeared alongside the rest of the England squad ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Andorra on June 6.

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The England team, enjoying a rare break from the pitch, was spotted on the start/finish line, much to the delight of Sky Sports presenter Simon Lazenby and 2016 Formula 1 world champion Nico Rosberg, who were hoping for some star-studded pre-race content in the absence of traditional grid walk host Martin Brundle.

While Harry Kane was happy to share a few words — saying, “I’m good, I’m hot, but looking forward to the race, it’s my first one” — the exchange with Saka fell flat.

When approached by Lazenby for a quick chat, the usually cheerful Arsenal winger tersely replied, “I don’t like to say.”

Bukayo Saka celebrates a goal for Arsenal Photo. Imago

The moment prompted an awkward chuckle from Rosberg, who remarked, “He’s not very friendly.”

The focus quickly shifted to Newcastle defender Dan Burn, who was much more receptive and even challenged the suggestion that England’s clash with Andorra would be a mere formality.

Saka and his England teammates will now turn their focus to securing a crucial World Cup qualifying win in Andorra.