Arsenal reveal William Saliba out for ‘extended period’ with back injury
Arsenal defender William Saliba has been ruled out for an extended period due to a back injury sustained during the World Cup semi-final. The club confirmed he will undergo a managed recovery program rather than surgery.
Why it matters
The injury is a major blow to Arsenal's competitive prospects in the Premier League, forcing the team to adjust its defensive strategy for the remainder of the season.
France’s William Saliba goes down with the injury against Spain in the World Cup semi-final. France’s William Saliba goes down with the injury against Spain in the World Cup semi-final. Arsenal Arsenal reveal William Saliba out for ‘extended period’ with back injury Centre-back forced off in World Cup semi-final
Arsenal say problem does not require surgery
Prefer the Guardian on Google Arsenal, the Premier League champions, have been dealt a big injury blow after the centre-back William Saliba was ruled out for “an extended period” with a back injury.
Saliba played with a back problem during France’s run to the World Cup semi-final and, although he will not require an operation, the 25-year-old is set for a significant spell on the sidelines. He was forced off with the injury after just 30 minutes of France’s last-four defeat by Spain .
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