A player in a red and white uniform points to a UEFA patch on his arm, with the Real Madrid logo in the background at a stadium.
Saliba and a Real Madrid crest | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Saliba's signing enters a new dimension, Arsenal makes its move

In London, they are taking steps to solve Saliba's situation

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Borja Díaz

Real Madrid has been closely following the possible signing of Saliba for the center of its defense for some time. They consider him one of the best options to strengthen that area of the field. They were also keeping an eye on his situation at Arsenal, with his contract renewal still hanging in the air.

Given this situation, it seems that Real Madrid may have made a move to try to convince the Frenchman. According to reports from England, and as Defensa Central has been able to confirm, there has been a first offer. Los Merengues have presented it to the Gunners to test the waters.

A player in an Arsenal uniform during a match.
William Saliba in an Arsenal match | Real Madrid Confidencial

However, Arsenal has rejected both this offer and another one that has come from PSG. They remain firm in their intention to renew his contract, something that appears to be progressing well. Real Madrid assumes that it will be very difficult to secure Saliba's signing.

Above all because the French center-back has already hinted at his intention to extend his contract. That makes Arsenal refuse to sell a player they consider essential to its plans. He is a defensive pillar they will not let go of despite Real Madrid's offer.

Real Madrid already assumes it won't be able to sign Saliba and looks for alternatives

For many months, Real Madrid had Saliba as its number one priority to strengthen the defense. However, this summer they moved and managed to secure the services of Huijsen. The Spaniard has earned his place with performances that have left everyone impressed.

A player jumps to avoid an opponent who is on the ground during a match, while a coach watches the action from the sideline.
Saliba jumping over an opponent | @arsenal

With Alaba and Rüdiger in the final stretch of their contracts, and without Saliba's signing, they kept searching. The chosen one is Konaté, whom they are keeping an eye on for next summer. Starting June 30, they could get him without paying a transfer fee, as he will become a free agent.

This is the plan after accepting that they won't be able to sign Saliba. The Liverpool player is also appealing because of his age and performance. That's why they have also set their sights on the Red for next season.

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