Arsenal Secure William Saliba Until 2030

Arsenal have secured William Saliba on a new long-term contract through 2030, reportedly worth about £250,000–£300,000 a week. The deal removes immediate transfer uncertainty amid sustained interest from Real Madrid, with reports saying Saliba personally informed Madrid of his decision and thanked them. The signing preserves one half of Arsenal’s centre-back partnership with Gabriel as the club pushes for domestic and European success. Sporting director Andrea Berta’s retention work continues — Arsenal have also extended contracts for Gabriel, Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly and are reportedly working to tie down Bukayo Saka next. Separately, Kepa Arrizabalaga, signed as David Raya’s backup, has attracted interest from Como, whose boss Cesc Fàbregas wants him as his No.1.