Arsenal have announced that Saliba has suffered a back injury that will not require surgery and is expected to be sidelined for an extended period.
Arsenal have officially confirmed that Saliba returned to the team after the World Cup campaign. Upon arriving in London this week, the French defender underwent further specialist examinations, which revealed that he has suffered a back injury and will require a period of rehabilitation.
After a comprehensive evaluation, the medical team determined that surgery is not recommended at this time, but Saliba now needs to begin a systematic rehabilitation program.
Saliba's rehabilitation will begin immediately, and the team will continue to manage his injury. He is expected to be sidelined for an extended period.
