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Arsenal defender Saliba sidelined for ‘extended period’ due to back injury

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Arsenal defender William Saliba will miss an extended period after sustaining a back injury while playing for France, the club confirms; no surgery required, rehabilitation underway.

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Arsenal defender Saliba sidelined for ‘extended period’ due to back injury

Arsenal center back William Saliba will avoid back surgery but faces an "extended period" in rehabilitation, the defending Premier League champions said on Wednesday.

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