Mirror: Arsenal hopes to renew Saliba s salary increase to prevent Real Madrid from poaching

May 14th, the Daily Mirror reported that Arsenal is preparing to raise the salary for the team's main central defender Saliba and renew a new contract with him. Real Madrid is interested in the French international.

Arsenal is determined to prevent Real Madrid from poaching by negotiating contracts with Saliba, the Spanish giant plans to introduce a central defender this summer, with Saliba on their top pick for signings. Incoming Real Madrid coach Alonso hopes to strengthen the team's defense, while French international Saliba is considered one of Europe's best young defenders. Arsenal is eager to sign a new long-term contract with 24-year-old Saliba to ensure he stays at the club for a long time.

Saliba's current contract expires in 2027, and Arsenal realizes that this summer is a key node for renewing his contract. Saliba is currently one of the highest-paid players in Arsenal after signing a new contract in 2023. More and more people believe that Saliba has entered Real Madrid's signing range because Saliba is an elegant, calm and skilled defender with excellent ball possession.

Arsenal is convinced that Saliba has had a great time at Emirates Stadium and has no intention of leaving this summer, and over the past three years he has grown into one of the best defenders in the world. Saliba joined Arsenal from Saint-Etienne for £27 million in 2019. Although he was loaned out in the early days, he grew up under Arteta's leadership.

It is reported that although the contract renewal negotiations with Saliba are still in a very early stage, Arsenal is eager to reach an agreement to retain one of the team's important assets. Saliba's current weekly salary is about £190,000, and he knows that he can fight for a significant salary increase, making him one of the highest-paid defenders in Europe. In addition, Arsenal needs to be aware that Saliba has not won many major championships so far in his career, which may affect his considerations for his personal career and future.