On Thursday, news surfaced stating that William Saliba had agreed to a long-term contract renewal with Arsenal.
The 24-year-old Frenchman was at the top of Real Madrid’s wishlist to strengthen their centre-back position next summer.
There was interest in the defender this past summer, but no deal was consummated. However, Real Madrid was keeping an eye on him because he was about to enter the final year of his contract in 2026.
Real Madrid has approached Saliba.
According to ESPN’s Rodra, Real Madrid approached Saliba directly in recent months in the hopes that he would refuse to renew his contract with Arsenal.
The French international was at the top of the Merengues’ list of options to bolster the defence in the future.
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He embodies the profile desired in recent signings: youthful, experienced, and with a proven track record at both the club and international level.
However, Saliba has already reached a verbal agreement to prolong his stay at Arsenal, making a move to Real Madrid increasingly doubtful.
The development is a setback for the Spanish capital club, given how much they valued Arsenal’s mainstay.
However, Los Blancos have a number of replacements lined up, including Ibrahima Konate, Dayot Upamecano, and Marc Guehi.
It remains to be seen how things progress in the following weeks and who Real Madrid pursues, but it is evident that a transfer for Saliba is out of the question.
However, Los Blancos have a number of replacements lined up, including Ibrahima Konate, Dayot Upamecano, and Marc Guehi.
It remains to be seen how things progress in the following weeks and who Real Madrid pursues, but it is evident that a transfer for Saliba is out of the question.
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