Man City have joined Real Madrid in the race to sign Arsenal star this summer. The player is one of the best in the world in his respective position and is rated very highly by Gunners. Signing him would require the clubs to break certain records.
The star in question here is William Saliba. The France international is in his 3rd full season at North London after joining in 2019 and impressing on loans. Despite being only 24 years old, he is regarded as one of the best defenders in the world.
Saliba is playing a major role for Mikel Arteta right now. He is the regular starter and the lookef upon as leader in defence. He is also a regular starter for France national team. Saliba has been superb in recent seasons and is looked upon by multiple top clubs.
Real Madrid are the most heavily linked club with the Frenchman. The Spanish giants are keen to improve their back-line and hence are prepared to spend big. As for Saliba, they are prepared to break the world-record for defender signing.
Man City join the race for William Saliba
According to Defensa Central via TEAMtalk, Man City have joined the race for Saliba. Just like Madrid, City are ready to empty their pockets for the Frenchman as Pep Guardiola wants a summer overhaul. There can be names like Ruben Dias and John Stones moving away in the summer.
However, it will not be easy for any club to sign Saliba. Firstly, Gunners have no intention to let the Frenchman leave anytime soon. They have him tied with a contract running until 2027, but are keen to extend it even further.
Lastly, Saliba too recently said that he is very happy at North London. He expressed his desire to continue at Arsenal and hence this will come as a major boost for the Gunners. At the same time, this will come as a blow for both Madrid and City.
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