Arsenal bolstered as Real Madrid unlikely to pursue Saliba

Arsenal's pursuit of goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol has gained momentum, with reports suggesting he is unlikely to join rival Barcelona. Arsenal is in need of a goalkeeper following Neto's return to Bournemouth, and they had previously made a €25m bid for Garcia, which was rejected. In another transfer development, Real Madrid's interest in Arsenal defender William Saliba appears to be waning, with reports indicating they are 'highly unlikely' to make a bid this summer due to the hefty fee required. Saliba's contract with Arsenal runs until 2027, and Real Madrid may opt to wait for a more favorable opportunity to sign him, potentially on a free transfer in 2027. Despite Real's longstanding admiration for Saliba, their current strategy seems to favor a future move rather than an immediate one. Meanwhile, Arsenal triumphed over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, further solidifying their position in the competition and possibly influencing transfer decisions.