Arsenal are set to take a closer look at William Saliba's ongoing back problem once the defender returns from international duty, with surgery reportedly among the options being considered, according to BBC News.
The France centre-back has been a mainstay of Mikel Arteta's backline, but his fitness has become a growing concern for the Gunners as they plan for the upcoming campaign. Rather than rush any decision, Arsenal are expected to wait until Saliba is back at the club's training base before determining the best course of action, weighing up whether conservative management or an operation is the right path forward.
Given Saliba's importance to Arteta's defensive setup, any prolonged period on the sidelines would be a significant blow. The report does not confirm surgery is definite, only that it remains a possibility depending on the club's medical assessment once he reports for pre-season duties.