William Saliba: Arteta gets massive boost as Arsenal agree new 5-year deal with star defender
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William Saliba's new deal is expected to be signed in the coming days, ending speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid.
The 24-year-old has been a key figure in Arsenal's defence over the last two seasons, helping the club maintain the best defensive record in the Premier League.
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He made 51 appearances last term as Mikel Arteta's side finished second in the league for the third straight season and reached the Champions League semi-finals.
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William Saliba set to sign new five-year contract
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: William Saliba commits future to Arsenal by agreeing 5yr contract. 24yo centre-back entered final 2yrs of previous deal + Real Madrid among suitors. But France int’l wanted #AFC stay & expected to sign until 2030 in coming days @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/rXHsN2hwhi
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) September 25, 2025
The France international had previously expressed his desire to stay with the club. Speaking in July about the contract situation, he said: "Yes, hopefully — of course, there is nothing now, but there is a good conversation with my agent and the club. Let’s see.”
His decision follows a number of other recent contract renewals at the club, including his defensive partner Gabriel, forward Leandro Trossard, and academy players Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly.
Meanwhile, summer signing Eberechi Eze opened his account in the 2-0 Carabao Cup win over Port Vale.
Arsenal has lost just one game this season, a 1-0 defeat to Liverpool, and will now travel to Newcastle for a tricky fixture on Sunday afternoon before hosting Olympiacos in the Champions League.
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