Arsenal Unmoved by Real Madrid’s Pursuit of William Saliba — Not Even €100M Would Tempt a Sale
Arsenal have made it clear that they have no intention of entertaining any bids for French centre-back William Saliba — even in the face of interest from European heavyweights like Real Madrid. According to Diario AS, the Gunners have adopted a firm stance: Saliba is simply not for sale, and even an astronomical offer in the region of €100 million would not be enough to sway their resolve.
The 23-year-old defender has quickly established himself as one of the most important pillars in Mikel Arteta’s squad. Since returning from his loan spell at Marseille, Saliba has been nothing short of exceptional — combining composure, strength, and intelligence at the back, forming a rock-solid partnership with Gabriel Magalhães that was key to Arsenal’s Premier League title push.
Real Madrid, currently reshaping their defensive line with uncertainty surrounding the future of veterans like Nacho and fitness concerns around Éder Militão and David Alaba, have reportedly identified Saliba as a prime target to lead their backline into a new era. However, Arsenal are not only unwilling to negotiate but are also preparing a fresh contract extension offer, despite Saliba’s current deal running until June 2027.
Arsenal’s management views Saliba as central to their long-term vision — both on and off the pitch. Internally, he is regarded as a potential future captain, and the club is ready to reward his performances and leadership potential with a lucrative new deal that would reflect his importance and ward off suitors.
This unwavering commitment reflects Arsenal’s evolution in recent years. No longer a selling club, the Gunners are now determined to build a squad capable of sustained success at the top level, and Saliba is seen as a cornerstone of that ambition.
If Madrid want to lure him away, they’ll need more than just money — they’ll need a miracle.
