He notably cited the departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool. The previous French defender's contract at the Emirates Stadium was to expire in the summer of 2027. He now signed a new long -term contract which linked him to the club until 2030.
Saliba extended his contract in Arsenal despite the interest of Real Madrid
Real Madrid has been interested in Saliba since its first League debut. However, by signing a new long -term contract, the French international clearly indicated that he was happy to continue with the Gunners.
After signing his new contract, Saliba said on Tuesday:
“To be honest, I did not think of outdoor clubs. I wanted to stay here for several more years. I did not focus on other clubs. I focused on my club. »»
Saliba was also asked why he had not followed the traces of Alexander-Arnold and had not joined Madrid. The French replied: “ He won titles with Liverpool, but with me, I won nothing here, apart from the Community Shield. I want to stay here and win many trophies. I love this club, I couldn't leave him without giving him anything, I won nothing. I want to stay here and win. “
Arsenal focuses on Saka
After extending the Saliba contract, the Gunners are now focusing on the star winger Bukayo Saka, who also enters the last two years of his current contract. The Daily Mirror reports that the Giants of the Premier League are preparing a big budget contract that would make English international one of the best paid footballers in the Emirates.
After having reduced the gap with leader Liverpool thanks to an exciting victory against Newcastle last weekend, the Mikel Arteta team is now focusing on their next Champions League match against Olympiakos on Wednesday.
