William Saliba has made his stance crystal clear that his heart belongs to Arsenal. The 24-year-old defender, often praised as the backbone of Mikel Arteta’s team, reaffirmed his loyalty despite mounting interest from Real Madrid.
As reported by SoftFootball earlier, Saliba signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal. The extension not only locks down one of the Premier League’s finest defenders but also signals Arsenal’s determination to fend off Europe’s biggest clubs.
The French international opened up about the ongoing speculation linking him with a move to Spain. He admitted the idea of joining Madrid was really tempting, but quickly followed with a firm declaration of intent:
That statement, reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on his official X account, left little room for doubt. Saliba’s focus is not on glamour or pay cheques but on bringing silverware to North London.
Fabrizio tweeted:
William Saliba on Real Madrid interest: Of course it’s really tempting when a club like that is interested in you…
…but I wanted to win titles at Arsenal first before thinking about anything else
With Arsenal currently six points clear at the top and boasting nine clean sheets in 12 matches, Saliba’s influence is undeniable, as he was vital in the team’s 2-0 win over Burnley, a win that solidifies their early leap to the front of the title race.
While his market value may hover near €100 million, it’s clear his loyalty is priceless. For Saliba, Real Madrid’s charm can wait, as Arsenal’s dream comes first.
