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William Saliba absent from Arsenal squad photo as reason given
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Saliba absent from squad photo due to medical appointment; defender targeting November return after July back injury.
William Saliba was not included in Arsenal's annual squad photo on Tuesday afternoon because he had a medical appointment, the club confirmed. The France defender has been sidelined since July with a back injury sustained during the World Cup semi-final. He is now back training on grass and targeting a comeback in November as he continues his recovery.
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UK timesReported4 reports from 3 outlets. First reported by Evening Standard, 12 Oct.
- Mundo Deportivo
- Evening Standard
- talkSPORT
- Something is happening with Saliba and ArsenalMundo Deportivo
- Why isn't William Saliba in Arsenal's 2026/27 team photo?Evening Standard
- William Saliba absent from Arsenal squad photo as reason giventalkSPORTThis article
- Arsenal boost as William Saliba steps up injury return and new timeline emergesEvening Standard
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