Arsenal defender William Saliba will avoid surgery for a back injury but faces a lengthy recovery period requiring several months of rest.
Key facts
- •William Saliba will avoid surgery for a chronic back injury.
- •The injury is a fracture sustained in a Premier League match two months ago.
- •Saliba used painkilling injections to play during the World Cup.
- •Arsenal's medical staff confirmed a conservative treatment plan requiring months of rest.
- •The defender missed the World Cup semifinal match against Spain due to the injury.
Arsenal and France defender William Saliba has opted against surgery for a chronic back injury. Following consultations with Arsenal's medical staff, the player will instead undergo a conservative treatment plan that requires a significant period of rest.
Injury Background and Treatment
The injury, described as a fracture, was sustained during a Premier League match two months ago. Saliba previously played through the pain during the World Cup, where he utilized painkilling injections to participate in the tournament, including the semifinal match against Spain.
Recovery Outlook
While the exact duration of his absence remains unconfirmed, medical staff expect the recovery process to last several months. Saliba had previously noted that he played through discomfort for several weeks to remain available for both Premier League and Champions League fixtures.
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