Skip to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today.Join todayAlready a member? Log inJamie BraidwoodTuesday 03 November 2026 13:01 GMTArsenal's William Saliba is back in training (PA)William Saliba has handed Arsenal a major boost by returning to first-team training ahead of their Champions League tie against Slavia Prague.The 25-year-old defender has been sidelined for the entire season so far due to a back injury sustained during the summer World Cup.Summer arrival Ezri Konsa has impressed in Saliba's absence alongside Gabriel Magalhaes, helping Arsenal keep four consecutive Premier League clean sheets.The Gunners recently produced a strong defensive display to secure a 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, their first win there in 14 years.Although Saliba is unlikely to be rushed back into action immediately, his return strengthens Mikel Arteta's squad as they look to defend their Premier League title.In fullArsenal receive huge boost as William Saliba returns to trainingMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in