Real Madrid have reportedly made a special deal with Arsenal in connection with their interest in William Saliba that I have yet to see in any other context, than between clubs with joint ownership.

Los Blancos have singled out the French centre-back as their dream signing and are expected to step up their pursuit ahead of the summer 2025 transfer window.

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According to Spanish outlet Defensa Central, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has made Arsenal promise to give notice if they ever decide to sell Saliba. – There is an intense desire to keep an eye on what is happening and both Real Madrid and Arsenal are fully aware that they will have to be sold next summer if William Saliba does not give new signals that he will extend his contract out in 2027.

  • Madrid wants to keep track of the situation at the Emirates Stadium.

Can Saliba become a Real Madrid player?

  • Former Real Madrid player Julio Baptista believes Saliba needs to win trophies with Arsenal before a move:
    “To come to a giant like Real Madrid, you have to show that you are among the best in the world year after year. Saliba is undoubtedly top class, but he should focus on becoming champion with Arsenal first.”
  • Willian Saliba, who has played 44 games for Arsenal this season, is said to have a sale value of 80 million euros as of now.

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