Overview
- Arsenal confirmed that Saliba has rejoined full first-team training and completed a 45-minute behind-closed-doors outing, with manager Mikel Arteta saying he is “in a really good place.”
- The club flew Saliba with the squad to Prague for the Champions League tie and listed him as available for selection, though Arteta said scans and monitoring will guide any game time.
- Coaches plan a cautious reintegration so Saliba is likely to be eased in as a substitute or used sparingly at first, with his minutes to depend on how he responds to forthcoming sessions.
- Ezri Konsa’s strong form alongside Gabriel has given Arsenal defensive stability while Saliba was out, creating a selection choice over whether to move Konsa to right-back or restore the Saliba–Gabriel pairing.
- Saliba’s return restores depth for upcoming matches including the Slavia Prague trip and the Hull City home game and offers extra preparation time before the November international break.