Arsenal have received an encouraging update on William Saliba's recovery, with the centre-back stepping up his rehabilitation from a serious back problem that has sidelined him since the start of the season.
The France international has not featured for the Gunners so far this campaign after being advised to take an extended period of rest following the injury, which he originally sustained while on international duty at the World Cup. His continued absence has been a notable blow for Mikel Arteta's side, though there are now signs that a return to full training and eventually matchday action is edging closer.
On Monday, Saliba was pictured working on the grass at Arsenal's training base, carrying out individual drills under the supervision of two coaches, separate from the rest of the first-team squad. It marked the latest stage in a gradual, carefully managed comeback process designed to avoid any setbacks.
Speaking ahead of Arsenal's Champions League fixture against Lille, Arteta gave reporters insight into how Saliba's rehabilitation is progressing.