William Saliba makes progress in recovery for Arsenal ahead of November

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

William Saliba makes progress in recovery for Arsenal ahead of November
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William Saliba is advancing in his recovery from a back injury that has sidelined him all season. Arsenal reports Saliba has returned to individual training, working on the grass under the supervision of coaches. Although no specific return date has been set, the club is optimistic about his availability around the November international break. Manager Mikel Arteta emphasized the importance of managing Saliba's rehabilitation carefully and noted that recovery timelines can vary. Meanwhile, Arsenal's defense is dealing with additional injury concerns affecting other players but has found a temporary solution in Ezri Konsa and the returning Ben White.

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  • •Saliba has stepped up recovery, participating in individual drills.
  • •He has been out all season due to a serious back injury.
  • •No exact return date provided; availability expected around November.
  • •Arsenal's defense is managing additional injuries to other players.
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