Injury NewsFootball.LondonUnverified source· 25 Sept 2026
Saliba Facing Months Out as Arsenal Get Return Clarity
Arsenal have been given fresh clarity on William Saliba's recovery timeline as the defender faces months on the sidelines.
W. Saliba
player
Player
William Saliba
Injury
Back injury
Club
Arsenal
Expected return
Months away
What happened. William Saliba is continuing his recovery from a major back injury sustained while playing for France at the World Cup. Arsenal have now been given more clarity on when the defender might return, though he is still expected to miss months of action.
- The 25-year-old defender is still expected to miss months of action.
- The injury was picked up while representing France at the World Cup.
- It was suspected the defender might need a procedure.
Arsenal will plan without their first-choice centre-back for the coming months as his recovery continues.
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