Arsenal say defender William Saliba will be out for an extended period after a back injury at the World Cup for France. The centre-back will not require surgery on an injury which saw him substituted in the 30th minute of Frances semi-final defeat tp Spain, but is likely to miss a significant part of Arsenals Premier League title defence.An Arsenal statement said: William Saliba has returned to us from World Cup duty, where he played an integral role in France reaching the semi-finals of the competition.Subsequent specialist reviews on Williams return to London this week have confirmed that he has suffered a back injury which will require a period of rehabilitation.Extensive assessments have concluded that surgery is not recommended, but William should now commence a managed recovery programme.Williams rehabilitation will commence immediately, with continual management of his injury, and he is expected to be out of action for an extended period.Everyone is fully focused on supporting William to ensure he is back to full fitness as soon as possible.More to follow. Topics Arsenal F.C. Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Revealed: Five attackers Arsenal could target after missing out on Morgan Rogers Cian Cheesbrough 22nd July, 2026 Morgan Rogers completes �117m Chelsea transfer as Arsenal miss out on Aston Villa midfielder Jon Fisher 21st July, 2026 Premier League: The ONE player your club should sign this summer Jon Fisher 21st July, 2026 Arsenal prepare bid for England defender Konsa report Jon Fisher 17th July, 2026 BREAKING: Atletico Madrid end talk of Julin Alvarez leaving for Barcelona and say Argentina star is not for sale Jon Fisher 17th July, 2026 BREAKING: Arsenal agree fee with Club Brugge for Tzolis report Jon Fisher 16th July, 2026
