Arteta acknowledges void left by Saliba as Arsenal lose again in pre-season

Arsenal fell 3-2 to Borussia Dortmund on August 10 during a pre-season match at the Emirates. Manager Mikel Arteta expressed concern over the absence of defender William Saliba, who is sidelined with a back injury, and noted the team has conceded three goals in consecutive games. Arteta indicated that Saliba's recovery timeline is uncertain, with the player currently on rest mode. Arsenal may explore signing a center-back amid the injury struggles, but Arteta emphasized focusing on the development of current players.

• 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arteta admits Saliba’s injury leaves massive void as Arsenal ship three again in shaky pre-season