Real Madrid are reportedly circling Premier League and Arsenal’s star defender, showing keen interest ahead of next season.
Madrid keen on Premier League defender
Real Madrid are willing to boost their defense and William Saliba is near the top of their priority list. The 24-year-old has been doing well in the PL and is now on the list of the Spanish team.
The defender is beginning the last year of his contract at Arsenal. So, Madrid believe there is an opportunity to pounce before he extends at the club. The Spanish side wants to sign a proven defender to reinforce a squad with ambitions of domestic and European success. The Arsenal defender checks all the boxes.
Plan B in place
While Saliba is the main focus, Real Madrid have a backup option in Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate. If Arsenal successfully extend Saliba’s deal, Madrid can pivot to Konate. The Reds’ star will be a free agent at the end of the season.
It may even mean that Madrid will secure a pre-contract agreement with Saliba as early as January. That will give the club more of a head start in their rebuilding of the defensive core of the team. This speaks to just how serious Madrid is in its chase for top defenders.
Bringing in Saliba would give Madrid an immediate boost to the defensive unit. He is still on the rise and is capable of doing well with the Los Blancos. Plus, he will be able to compete for league titles and the UCL as well. This will be a big selling point for Saliba.
Author’s Opinion:
The arrival of William Saliba at Real Madrid would completely shift everything. He has got everything to play at the top level and Madrid is the perfect place for him. He will likely be in good hands under Xabi Alonso.
