William Saliba’s fitness ahead of this weekend’s match against Liverpool remains uncertain due to his ongoing back injury but it seems unlikely he will feature.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: William Saliba of Arsenal leaves the pitch after picking up an injury during the UEFA Europa League round of 16 leg two match between Arsenal FC and Sporting CP at Emirates Stadium on March 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 16: William Saliba of Arsenal leaves the pitch after picking up an injury during the UEFA Europa League round of 16 leg two match between Arsenal FC and Sporting CP at Emirates Stadium on March 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Uncertainty looms over Saliba’s recovery

William Saliba’s availability for the upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield remains uncertain with the defender still missing training.

Saliba has been sidelined for three weeks after suffering a back injury during Arsenal’s Europa League last-16 second-leg defeat by Sporting.

So far, the club has been vague on a timeframe for Saliba’s return and the specific issue affecting his back.

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Arsenal will make a final decision on Saliba’s status closer to Sunday’s game.

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If he remains unavailable, Holding is expected to start in his place.

The Gunners have not secured a league victory at Anfield since September 2012, when Arteta was still a player.

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