Despite the concerns about the future of his defense in 2025/26, Carlo Ancelotti chose not to join new players in his workforce in January, David Alaba being back on the field.
Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao should not be back this season, Antonio Rudiger assuming an important workload, in parallel with the impressive rise in Raul Asencio.
Ancelotti is a longtime admirer of Saliba, but the two clubs will not embark on an escalation with Arsenal, in particular because of their new rivalry.
Liverpool's right side, Trent Alexander-Arnold, remains the number 1 target, and Real Madrid will want to sign this contract before considering other options.
Real Madrid closely follows the Saliba contract extension projects at the Emirates Stadium, its current contract expiring in 2027, and discussions are planned with Mikel Arteta this summer.
William Saliba, Arsenal star, is very coveted
The 23 -year -old is currently estimated at around 80 million euros, an amount that Real Madrid will not pay, the club is moving towards a policy of recruiting free players with colossal wages.
Saliba impressed at the heart of Arsenal's defense during the 3-0 victory against Real Madrid last week and he will be essential during the return match of April 16, especially due to the absence of Gabriel Magalhaes.
Arteta will fight to keep Saliba, but the situation could escape him in the coming months if no contractual agreement is found. According to The Athletic, Real Madrid plans two tracks: a reduced offer next summer to try to put pressure on Arsenal and prevent it from leaving for free. The club could also wait until 2027 and offer a free transfer similar to that envisaged for Alexander-Arnold.
