Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the fitness of defenders William Saliba and Jurrien Timber as the Gunners finalize their preparations ahead of the upcoming FA Community Shield clash.

Addressing the media regarding the condition of his defensive pair, Arteta indicated that Arsenal will take a cautious approach, telling reporters it will be a case of "wait and see" to determine whether both players will be ready to feature in the season curtain-raiser.

Saliba and Timber remain pivotal figures in Arsenal's backline. The Gunners' coaching and medical staff will assess their fitness levels in the remaining training sessions before deciding on their involvement in the squad.