Arteta updates on Timber and Saliba's injury recovery status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Mikel Arteta provided updates on injured defenders Jurrien Timber and William Saliba ahead of the new season. Timber, who suffered an injury in the Champions League final, is progressing but remains weeks away from returning. Saliba, injured during the World Cup, is currently resting and does not require surgery. Both players are significant for Arsenal, and the club is taking a cautious approach to ensure their full recovery.
- •Timber injured in the Champions League final, weeks away from return.
- •Saliba recovering from a World Cup injury, currently in rest mode.
- •Arteta emphasizes patience as both players work towards full fitness.
- •Updates crucial as Arsenal prepares for the upcoming season.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Arteta provides not-so-good update on Timber and Saliba
"Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the fitness of Jurrien Timber and William Saliba, two Arsenal defenders who remain injured ahead of the new season.Timber was injured in the Champions League fin...
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