France international defender William Saliba has signed a long-term contract with Arsenal, ending months of speculation about his future.
With two years left on his contract, Saliba will now have his contract at Emirates end in 2032, bringing an end to links with Real Madrid, a club that has been monitoring the defender for some time.
“We’re so happy that William has committed his future to us to be part of what we’re building here. In the last three seasons, William has become an incredible defender whose composure, intelligence, and physical presence make him one of the best in the world. He will continue his development with Arsenal to reach new heights.
His consistency, maturity, and ability to influence matches will continue to be a big asset for us, and we’re looking forward to many more great performances from him at the heart of our defence,” said Sporting Director Andrea Berta
“William is loved by all the players and staff, and that speaks volumes about his character, commitment and attitude every day. Since joining us, William has grown so much, embraced responsibility, and has created a strong connection with our supporters and everyone at the club.
We know there is still so much to come from him and will continue to work together to keep improving with the clear ambition of winning major trophies,” said Mikel Arteta
