William Saliba should be one of the soap operas of the next summer transfer window, but Arsenal has a good thing to spoil the end and quickly put an end to the suspense. Indeed, Real Madrid was widely criticized for not having recruited in the defensive sector throughout the season, which cost them a lot of disillusions. But with the very likely arrival of Xabi Alonso on their bench this summer, the Merengues will, unless surprised, attract Trent Alexander-Arnold and would also like another Taulier in central defense.
So, the name of William Saliba was widely highlighted by the Madrid press to make it the new boss of the Madrid rearguard. Last March, the French international already said it was “Happy here, I still have two and a half years of contract and I really want to continue here. There have not yet been any discussions on a new contract, but there is no emergency. I'm happy here. That's it. I want to gain great things with Arsenal. If you leave this club and you don't win anything, the fans will forget you. Of course I want to earn great things here ”.
William Saliba made his choice
And according to information from The Atleticthe Gunners have also listened to the requests of the 24 -year -old central defender since management opened discussions on a new contract for the Frenchman. Aware of the interest of Real Madrid, and other European clubs, the sports director Andrea Berta had discussions with the camp of the ex-Stéphanois in order to extend his contract, currently until 2027. The Londoners have not yet made a offer, but this will come when discussions progress and that an agreement will be reached.
For his part, William Saliba, although he is very happy under the orders of Mikel Arteta, would like a revaluation worthy of his status and the interest that Real Madrid has. The defender with 49 appearances this season should continue the adventure in England, while Real Madrid should turn to Dean Huijsen. The Spanish central defender of Bournemouth, has a clause at 58 million euros, and could make Saliba forget, determined to go get a title with the Gunners next season.
