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Mikel Arteta Explains William Saliba Absence After Chelsea Ankle Turn

Arteta said Saliba “turned his ankle against Chelsea” and “was too sore to play today.” The center back finished the Chelsea match “somehow,” but Arsenal left him out for Brighton at the American Express Stadium as they protect their league lead. Cristhian Mosquera stepped in, with Arteta hoping the knock eases for the title run-in without further disruption.