Deschamps reassures on Arsenal defender Saliba's health

France coach Didier Deschamps said William Saliba is medically cleared to join the national squad. Saliba, the Arsenal centre‑back, will travel to Clairefontaine for the 2026 World Cup preparation. Saliba has been dealing with a back problem. He underwent a series of medical examinations earlier this week. Deschamps delivered his comments on Monday, emphasizing confidence in Saliba's recovery. The coach highlighted that the defender's condition will not hinder the upcoming training camp. The French federation expects Saliba to report to the Clairefontaine base in the coming days. Ongoing monitoring will determine his final match‑day availability for the World Cup qualifiers.