Arsenal are back in action when they host Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League on Wednesday, as they bid to return to winning ways

William Saliba missed Arsenal's dramatic draw with Aston Villa as Mikel Arteta sweated on his injury diagnosis with the defender due to be sidelined for several weeks

Mikel Arteta's defensive woes are set to deepen with the anticipated absence of star defender William Saliba for the next fortnight, forcing a reshuffle in his backline. This comes at a crucial juncture for the Gunners as they strive to keep pace with Premier League leaders Liverpool and secure a direct entry into the Champions League group stage.

William Saliba's latest injury blow is yet another blow for Mikel Arteta who has already provided an update on the latest regarding Benjamin White

Takehiro Tomiyasu has managed only six minutes of action this season following a knee injury and his return date remains unclear. Ben White underwent surgery on a knee problem back in November and Arteta has hinted he could return towards the end of January.

Mikel Arteta says William Saliba was ruled out of Arsenal’s Premier League fixture against Aston Villa due to a muscular injury. Saliba, 23, was missing from the matchday squad for Saturday’s 2-2 draw,

Arsenal face a tough challenge in the Premier league when former manager, Unai Emery, and eighth place Aston Villa come to Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal's defensive worries continue as Saliba faces a spell on the sidelines. Will he return in time for the crucial clash against Manchester City?