Mikel Arteta updates on Ezri Konsa ahead of Hull match

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Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Mikel Arteta updates on Ezri Konsa ahead of Hull match
Summary

Mikel Arteta confirmed Ezri Konsa was substituted during the Champions League match against Slavia Prague as a precaution. The Arsenal center-back, who has been performing well recently, is expected to be available for the upcoming match against Hull. Arteta stated that Konsa is feeling better and that the substitution was a matter of managing his minutes before the international break. Additionally, Arteta provided an update on William Saliba, who is nearing a return and has been part of the Champions League squad, despite concerns over potential international duty with France.

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  • •Ezri Konsa substituted against Slavia Prague for precautionary reasons.
  • •Konsa expected to play against Hull this weekend.
  • •William Saliba nearing a return, part of Champions League squad.
  • •Arsenal in contact with France regarding Saliba's international selection.
  • •Konsa has been pivotal in defense with four consecutive clean sheets.
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  • 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Mikel Arteta offers Ezri Konsa update after Arsenal injury scare
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Arsenal are meanwhile waiting to see if William Saliba will be called up by France after returning from injury

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