Arsenal are expected to block William Saliba’s potential exit amid interest from Real Madrid, sources close to the club have told Football Insider.
Saliba, 23, is viewed as a crucial part of Mikel Arteta’s plans for the future and he will not be allowed to leave the club under any circumstances.
The reigning Champions League winners and Spanish champions have been looking at the Frenchman as a possible solution to their ongoing defensive issues.
David Alaba, Eder Militao and Dani Carvajal have all picked up cruciate ligament injuries, with the latter two players ruled out for the rest of the season.
As a result, they have turned their attention to the transfer market with a plan to replace and improve upon their growing list of absentees.
Saliba’s name has emerged near the top of their list of targets, and he is viewed as a potential long-term solution to establish himself in their back line for the next ten years.
