William Saliba currently has 2 years left on his contract with Arsenal. Usually, players will be negotiated a contract extension at 1 year before the expiration date. However, with the French midfielder, he intends to stay with the London team for a long time. Saliba is only 24 years old this year but has grown to become one of the top central defenders in Europe.
There have been many rumors about Real Madrid really wanting Saliba but it is impossible to comment as this French player is still from the Emirates. This further proves Saliba's very good ability.
Sharing with reporters after Arsenal's 3-2 victory over Newcastle in the Singapore tour, the centre-back said: "There is still no information but the agent and I have agreed, it's quite simple, let's see what happens in the future."
Arsenal have agreed to extend Gabriel Magalhaes and Myles Lewis-Skelly's contracts this summer. Along with that, a new long-term contract for young talent Ethan Nwaneri is waiting to be officially announced. William Saliba and Bukayo Saka both have expired in 2027. They are the next targets on Arsenal's negotiable list.
If Arsenal can secure new contracts for Saka and Saliba, they will complete a vibrant summer transfer window. New sporting director Andrea Berta has been closely following six first-team signings, including the acquisition of striker Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon.
Saliba believes these additions could help Arsenal go from a title contender to a true champion. They have finished second in the Premier League for three consecutive seasons, so they need a boost next year.
Every season is different. We have to learn from the last 3 seasons. Arsenal are lucky to have the opportunity to compete for the Premier League title once again and try to win. Our focus is on the championship and the whole team will give our all right from the first match. We have many new players and hope they will help the club achieve the goal" - Saliba shared.
Gyokeres was introduced to Arsenal fans ahead of the Newcastle friendly. As for Saliba, he had the opportunity to face Sporting in the Champions League last season. Therefore, the French midfielder is no stranger to Gyokeres and understands the danger of the Swedish striker.
We know how good Viktor Gyokeres is, so facing him is scary. When facing a striker who is very good at scoring, you have to focus absolutely. However, he is an Arsenal player now and will score for us, that is great.
I am very happy to have Gyokeres in the squad and he will definitely help Arsenal win and win titles next season" - Saliba shared.
After the victory over Newcastle in Singapore, Arsenal will travel to China to play a friendly match with Tottenham at Kai Takeover Stadium on July 31.
