William Saliba back in individual training as Arsenal monitor recovery
October 1, 2026 22:31
Arsenal centre-back William Saliba has returned to individual training after suffering a back problem while on World Cup duty this summer. The injury occurred in France’s semi-final against Spain, and Saliba has been sidelined for both club and country since then.
KEY CONTEXT
RMC Sport report that Saliba’s return to the grass could bring his comeback forward from an earlier December target, with the defender “possibly” available as early as November. Arsenal are expected to manage his recovery cautiously; the club may ease him back via substitute appearances before he attempts to reclaim a regular place in the centre of defence.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Arsenal resume domestic action after the international break, having lost to Brighton & Hove Albion before the break. Their next scheduled match is against Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium on October 10. Saliba’s exact return date remains uncertain, with November and December both mentioned in reports.