Arsenal fans have been handed a mixed bag of emotions regarding star defender William Saliba’s future. Despite persistent rumors linking him to Real Madrid, Saliba has now made it clear that his preference would be a move to the Spanish giants. The 23-year-old French international, who has been a cornerstone of Arsenal’s defense, has reportedly expressed a strong desire to join Madrid, as the club continues to monitor his progress.
However, in a surprising twist, Saliba has also stated that he is willing to stay at Arsenal—if the club can prove to him that they are on the verge of winning major trophies. This development has given Arsenal supporters a glimmer of hope, as it means Saliba’s departure is not imminent, provided the club can show ambition in terms of success.
Sources close to the player suggest that Saliba sees Real Madrid as the pinnacle of club football, but he is also drawn to the project at Arsenal under Mikel Arteta. His commitment will depend largely on Arsenal’s ability to challenge for, and ultimately win, silverware in the near future.
With Saliba’s contract running until 2027, his stance leaves Arsenal in a delicate position. The club must act fast to demonstrate their intentions to win major trophies in the coming seasons if they hope to keep the defensive rock in North London for the long term.
This decision adds further intrigue to the summer transfer window, with Real Madrid potentially making a move to secure one of Europe’s most promising young defenders. For now, Arsenal fans will be hoping their club can rise to the occasion and convince Saliba to continue his journey with them