Artéta hopeful William Saliba's back injury is not long-term issue

French defender will miss visit of Leeds, but Thomas Partey will be available

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta is hopeful William Saliba's back injury will not be a long-term one that requires careful management over the remainder of the season.

The France defender was forced off during the Europa League last-16 defeat to Sporting, missing the win over Crystal Palace and the international break.