On October 9th, Le10 Sport reported Real Madrid have identified Arsenal’s William Saliba as their priority target for next summer. It was also stated the Champions League winners have held talks with his entourage.
The centre-back has been a regular for the Gunners and has attracted the La Liga side’s interest.
A fresh report from Le10 Sport provides the latest on Los Blancos’ and Arsenal’s stance on the 23-year-old.
Mikel Arteta’s side are well aware of Real Madrid’s desire to sign the defender. The La Liga side haven’t sent an offer to the player or Arsenal so far. The north London club, for their part, haven’t accepted defeat in retaining him.
Saliba’s deal lasts until 2027, and Arsenal want to offer him an extension. To do this, they have started talks to renew the France international’s contract.
Real Madrid are in the background and waiting to understand when to act to strengthen their defence.
They had decided to sign a centre-back next summer, but Éder Militão’s serious injury blow last weekend could force them to act. The report states Saliba in being considered by the European champions for January.
For Salbia, Le10 state ‘it is difficult not to listen or even consider joining’ Real Madrid. He will have to make a decision on whether to sign an extension or make a switch to Spain.
