Arsenal defender William Saliba featured in an Under-21 fixture on Monday as he continues his recovery from injury, moving closer to a return to Mikel Arteta's first-team squad. The French centre-back played his first competitive minutes since being sidelined, gaining valuable match fitness at youth level.
Saliba has been absent from Arsenal's senior side due to a fitness issue, and the U21 appearance represents a significant step in his rehabilitation process. The 25-year-old's return would provide a major boost to Arsenal's defensive options as they navigate a demanding schedule across multiple competitions.
