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    Arsenal explain why William Saliba was left out of squad for Aston Villa clash

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    Arsenal have revealed why William Saliba was omitted from their matchday squad against Aston Villa.

    The centre-back has been a mainstay in the Gunners’ defence and missed just one of their Premier League matches all season.

    Saliba is out of action for Arsenal against Villa
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    However, Saliba has not been named in the starting XI or on the bench for the visit of Villa, prompting Arsenal to explain the absence on social media.

    Writing on X, formerly known as Twitter, the club wrote: “William Saliba misses out with a minor issue.”

    Jurrien Timber has replaced Saliba in the Arsenal defence and will play alongside Gabriel.

    Myles Lewis-Skelly has been rewarded for his fine form with another start whilst Kai Havertz leads the attack.

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