This article was originally published on www.si.com as ‘We Had to Stop’—William Saliba Injury Update Leaves Arsenal Sweating. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted centre back William Saliba suffered a setback in his bid to return from a minor ankle injury which has left him unable to train with the team for the past few weeks.

Jurrien Timber is the latest player sidelined after he missed Wednesday’s Champions League win against Club Brugge, when Christian Norgaard had to play as an emergency centre-back with William Saliba not ready to return and Gabriel and Cristhian Mosquera both out.

Gabriel Jesus made his return from a knee injury for Arsenal in their 3-0 win over Club Brugge, with the Brazilian forward coming off the bench in the second half

Arsenal's plan for their next bright talent has been revealed, with the defender seen as a future William Saliba.