Arsenal have confirmed that William Saliba will be sidelined for an "extended period" after suffering a back injury during France's World Cup campaign, although the defender will not require surgery.
William Saliba believes Michael Olise has the ability to reach the highest level of football after the Bayern Munich attacker produced a standout performance on his FIFA World Cup debut for France.
William Saliba has admitted he is not fully fit at the World Cup, but the France defender insists he will continue to play through the pain as Les Bleus push for a place in the knockout stages.
William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes have handed Arsenal a fresh injury worry at a crucial stage of the season, raising concerns over fitness ahead of key matches.
Arsenal's Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester City has carried further consequences, with both club and country now grappling with injury setbacks to two players ahead of the international break.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that defender William Saliba is dealing with an ankle concern ahead of the club's FA Cup tie against Mansfield Town.