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.
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.
Arsenal’s quest for first Anfield win in a decade
Arsenal will make a final decision on Saliba’s status closer to Sunday’s game.
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.