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Saliba return date set as Arsenal star makes major injury breakthrough

Arsenal have received a significant boost in their quest to defend the Premier League title as William Saliba steps up his rehabilitation from a long-term back injury. The French international has reportedly returned to the grass for the first time since the summer, sparking hope that his absence from Mikel Arteta’s starting XI is finally nearing its end.

Replacing cycling with running: date set for Saliba's return

The French defender has been absent since the World Cup semi-final

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Jacquet a Saliba clone? Liverpool got future ‘superstar’ for £60m

Liverpool landed a future “superstar” in Jeremy Jacquet, Danny Murphy has told GOAL, with a French defender that could be likened to fellow countryman William Saliba being informed of the “biggest quality” that he must learn. At just 21 years of age, the classy centre-half has already shown enough to suggest that he can become one of the Premier League’s best.

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Arteta confirms double Arsenal selection boost for Villa Park trip

Mikel Arteta has revealed that summer signings Bruno Guimaraes and Ezri Konsa could both be in line to make their Premier League debuts for Arsenal against Aston Villa on Monday. The Gunners travel to Villa Park looking to maintain their perfect start to the season following a dominant 3-0 victory over Coventry City in their opening fixture.

Team of the season in the Premier League: Arsenal and Manchester City sweep the players' selections

Team of the season in the Premier League sees the two giants dominate

Terry warns Saliba: you won't return to the Arsenal line-up

Strong competition

'He doesn't get back in' - Terry makes bold Saliba claim after Konsa move

Chelsea legend John Terry has tipped new Arsenal signing Ezri Konsa to permanently displace William Saliba in Mikel Arteta's starting XI. The England international completed a big-money move to the Emirates Stadium this week, arriving as the Gunners look to defend their Premier League title.

Arsenal season preview: Gunners will run away with EPL title

After finally getting over the line last season, the Gunners appear almost perfectly placed to retain their domestic crown

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Konsa reveals Arsenal transfer stance as Villa demand DOUBLE first bid

Ezri Konsa has made his feelings clear on a move to north London after Aston Villa shocked Arsenal by demanding exactly double their initial offer. Mikel Arteta is desperate to land the England defender following William Saliba's injury, but Villa's staggering new price tag threatens to derail the transfer.

Arsenal in trouble: absence of 'the Rock' exposes Arteta's most dangerous weakness

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'We lost incredible players' - Arteta gives GRIM Saliba & Timber injury update

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has delivered a sobering fitness update regarding key defenders William Saliba and Jurrien Timber ahead of the new campaign. The Gunners boss admitted the club has lost "incredible" influence in the backline as both players face extended periods on the sidelines following recent injury setbacks.