William Saliba (Arsenal)
November 2025
Saliba acknowledged Real Madrid’s allure despite committing to Arsenal until 2030. He reaffirmed intent to win trophies first but admitted Los Blancos’ stature makes any future approach “tempting.” No formal offer was made before his extension. Arsenal rely on his stability with Gabriel Magalhães in a top-tier defensive pairing. The 24-year-old’s candor signals awareness of European market value but prioritizes continuity and development under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal view the deal as both retention and resale protection.