Arsenal defender William Saliba is ready to put his body in the firing line for the club this month.

Saliba is recovering from a back injury as he looks to help out the team in the coming weeks.

Per The Mail, the centre back is facing more time on the sidelines if he is cautious with the injury that has already kept him out for a month.

Saliba is hoping that he can play some part on Friday against Southampton.

The crucial game where he wants to play at all costs is against Manchester City on Wednesday next week.

Manager Mikel Arteta does not want to take undue risks with his players, but knows having Saliba fit would be a huge boost in the title race.