Arsenal defender William Saliba has been ruled out for an extended period after sustaining a back injury during France’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain.
Arsenal have begun searching for a new centre-back after William Saliba was ruled out for an extended period with a recurring back injury, with Ezri Konsa and John Stones among the targets.
Former Arsenal striker Jérémie Aliadière has raised serious concerns over William Saliba’s back injury, suggesting the France international could require surgery and face up to five months on the sidelines.
Arsenal defender William Saliba could avoid back surgery despite playing through a fracture at the World Cup, though he faces an extended spell on the sidelines.
Arsenal have reached a verbal agreement with Club Brugge to sign Greece forward Christos Tzolis for up to £34m. The 24-year-old will replace Leandro Trossard and undergo a medical shortly.
Arsenal defender William Saliba was forced off with a back injury during France’s semi-final defeat to Spain. The centre-back had been managing the problem since the closing stages of the domestic season.
France manager Didier Deschamps has delivered positive news on William Saliba’s fitness, confirming the Arsenal defender will be available for their World Cup opener despite a lingering back issue.
France manager Didier Deschamps has eased concerns over William Saliba’s fitness, confirming the Arsenal defender is available for the World Cup despite sitting out the friendly against Ivory Coast.
Arsenal defender William Saliba could undergo back surgery following the FIFA World Cup, putting his availability for the Premier League season start in serious doubt.
Arsenal defender William Saliba faces a race against time to be fit for the FIFA World Cup after aggravating an injury during the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.