Arsenal handed double boost as defender spotted in training after Mikel Arteta update

Encouraging signs for Arsenal ahead of final Premier League fixture before international break…

By Tashan Deniran-Alleyne · Standard

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:38 PM

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Ezri Konsa returned to Arsenal training after suffering an injury scare against Slavia Prague.
William Saliba also trained and is pushing for his first appearance of the season following a back injury.
Konsa was named in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain.

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Ezri Konsa and William Saliba were both spotted taking part in Arsenal training on Friday ahead of their Premier League fixture against Hull. Konsa had been considered a doubt after coming off against Slavia Prague with an apparent knee issue, but his presence in training and call-up to Thomas Tuchel's England squad suggest he is available.

Saliba also trained as he pushes for his first appearance of the season following a long-term back injury. Manager Mikel Arteta indicated that Saliba is ready after featuring in a behind-closed-doors match, handing Arsenal a near fully-fit squad to defend their three-point lead at the top of the table.

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