Saliba's Setback: A Blow to Arsenal's Title Defence The news that William Saliba will miss an extended period due to a back injury is a significant blow to Arsenal's chances of retaining their Premier League title.
The 25 year old defender had been struggling with the issue for several weeks, but his decision to play through it ultimately led to a longer recovery time than initially anticipated.
This setback comes at a critical juncture for Mikel Arteta's side, who will be looking to build on their impressive campaign last season.