Arsenal have been dealt a serious blow in their challenge for the Premier League title. William Saliba, a fulcrum of the side that has climbed to the league’s summit and opened up an eight-point gap to Manchester City, has a back injury that he suffered against Sporting CP.
Mikel Arteta was asked ahead of the game with Leeds United for an update on the Frenchman. Despite speculation about the location of the problem, it has indeed been confirmed to be his back, but the Spaniard confirmed that they’re intending to push Saliba to get game time despite it.
“He is progressing unfortunately he still has some discomfort in his back,” Mikel Arteta said. “He’s not going to be fit for this game and we’re trying to do everything to feel better. But not yet.”
