Arsenal defender William Saliba is facing an extended spell on the sidelines after an injury sustained during France’s FIFA World Cup semifinal against Spain. Both reports say Saliba is forced off during the match and the problem is described as a back injury. Following the defeat, Saliba is expected to undergo surgery, with the recovery period estimated at up to five months. The accounts align that the injury occurred during the World Cup semifinal and that the surgical route is the next step in his treatment. While the exact timing of the operation and the final length of his absence are not confirmed, the projected return window suggests he will miss a significant portion of the club season. The reports also indicate that the injury is severe enough to require a planned medical procedure rather than a short recovery period. Arsenal and France will therefore need to account for Saliba’s absence as he recovers.