What happened. William Saliba was substituted off with a back injury in the World Cup semi-final against Spain, and Arsenal confirmed he will be out for an extended period, ruling him out of the season opener.

Saliba won't need surgery.
Arsenal's opener against Coventry City is less than a month away.
Ezri Konsa is a reported target at £70million.

Arsenal must find a temporary replacement for Saliba before the new season begins.

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