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Arsenal defender William Saliba begins training after back injury
Saliba worked on individual drills with coaches, while Arteta cautions about his exact return date.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Arsenal centre‑back William Saliba, 25, resumed training on Monday after a serious back injury sustained playing for France at the World Cup, according to the club's website.
Saliba took part in individual grass drills with two Arsenal coaches, away from the first‑team group, marking the latest step in his cautious rehabilitation.
Manager Mikel Arteta said the player has been on the grass for "over a week" and that the club is monitoring how many repetitions he can handle. Arteta added that a return around the November international break is possible but not guaranteed, noting the healing process is "very specific".
In Saliba's absence, defender Ezri Konsa has featured alongside Gabriel, while Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera are undergoing scans to assess their own injuries.
Key facts
- William Saliba returned to training with Arsenal on Monday. (standard.co.uk)
- Saliba suffered a back injury while playing for France at the World Cup. (standard.co.uk)
- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said a November return is possible but not certain. (standard.co.uk)
- Ezri Konsa has been playing alongside Gabriel during Saliba's absence. (standard.co.uk)
- Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera are undergoing scans on Monday. (standard.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “Arsenal boost as Saliba steps up injury return and new timeline emerges”
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