Real Madrid is already preparing for the upcoming season and has set its sights on a key player from Arsenal.
The captain of the Madrid club, Nacho Fernandez, will be leaving the club at the end of this season, likely to join the MLS.
With that departure looming, the club needs to bolster its defense, and the name of a player currently at Arsenal is making headlines.
William Saliba, the 22-year-old French international, appears to be Carlo Ancelotti’s top choice to reinforce the defense for the next season.
The former Marseille player has been delivering incredible performances with the London club for the past two seasons, catching the eye of the Madrid staff.
This season, William Saliba has emerged as a vital component of Arsenal’s defense, playing every minute of the 37 Premier League matches so far. A solid defender who excels in the air, Saliba is regarded by many observers as the best defender in the English league this season, ahead of names like Van Dijk and Ruben Dias.
Real Madrid is reportedly willing to spend up to 100 million euros to secure his services, according to French media.
Apart from Madrid, both Bayern Munich and PSG are very interested in the French player’s profile and are prepared to match the same amount.
On Arsenal’s side, the former Saint-Étienne player is considered non-transferable and a key element in Mikel Arteta’s project. The Gunners are even considering extending the player’s contract in the coming months.
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