Arsenal has confirmed long-term injury issues for William Saliba and defender Timber. Saliba remains out after a recovery timeline outlined by manager Mikel Arteta. The London Evening Standard noted the long-term injury issue for Saliba and Timber. Timber also is under evaluation for a potential field appearance.
The club identified centre-back Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa to reinforce defence. Coaches remain assessing when Timber and Declan Rice may rejoin the squad. The club has left the review active through August 2026. Staff will make a choice later this month.