And it seems like the issue is more serious than it initially seemed. Saliba hadn’t missed a game through injury this season and although it was initially said to have been a 'minor issue' according to Arsenal,

Ian Wright had a clear message for Mikel Arteta as Arsenal's Premier League title chances took another blow this weekend.

Arsenal: Three ways Mikel Arteta could line up after William Saliba injury blow - Gunners could be without their star centre-back for the next three matches and must find an effective solution

Mikel Arteta has revealed that an injured William Saliba is set for further tests after Arsenal's draw with Aston Villa.

Wasteful Arsenal were given a lesson in finishing by in-form Newcastle as Eddie Howe's side took a commanding on the Carabao Cup semi-final with a ?? win at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners created several excellent chances throughout a hugely frustrating evening for the side,

Arsenal were defensively vulnerable in the injury absence of William Saliba. Arteta played Jurrien Timber in central defence with Thomas Partey slotting in at right-back. Partey had a tough outing against the Villans, losing possession on 18 occasions.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes Manchester United will be a different proposition in Sunday's FA Cup third-round clash as a result of extra training time with Ruben Amorim.

Jurrien Timber said Arsenal are determined to “win everything ... in the fourth round of a competition they last won in 2020 – a triumph which remains Mikel Arteta’s sole major trophy of his five-year tenure. Asked if the third-round clash will ...

Arsenal are reportedly close to finalising an agreement to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi this summer. The Spain international was heavily linked with a move to Liverpool last year, with Arne Slot’s side determined to bolster their midfield core with the addition of the 25-year-old.

The latest Arsenal news with William Saliba a notable absentee from the matchday squad to face Aston Villa because of a minor issue.

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has posted a message on social media after the North London club drew 2-2 with Aston Villa.