William Saliba signs new five-year contract with Arsenal | OneFootball

William Saliba (24) has ended speculation over his future by signing a new five-year contract with Arsenal, committing himself to the north London club until the summer of 2030. The deal, reported by Sky Sports, secures the long-term future of one of the Premier League’s most highly regarded defenders.

The 24-year-old centre-back, who had entered the final two years of his previous contract, has emerged as a central figure of Mikel Arteta’s side. Widely linked with a move to Real Madrid, Saliba’s decision to stay represents a major coup for Arsenal as they continue to build for sustained domestic and European success.

“I’m so happy to sign a new deal with my club,” Saliba said. “I have to keep going like this and win some trophies. The only thing we’re missing here is winning trophies. We all believe in the project and the future of the club, and I’m sure soon we’ll be able to win.”

Saliba’s performances since returning from his loan spell at Marseille in 2022 have established him as one of the most reliable defenders in the league. His composure, athleticism, and positional awareness have made him indispensable, not just to Arsenal’s back line but also to their tactical identity.

Arteta hailed the Frenchman’s commitment, describing him as “loved by all the players and staff” and highlighting the maturity and leadership he has shown since joining the club. Saliba now joins Gabriel Magalhaes, Ethan Nwaneri, and Myles Lewis-Skelly in signing new contracts this year, a sign of Arsenal’s intent to lock down both established stars and emerging talent.

With Arsenal chasing silverware on multiple fronts, Saliba’s long-term commitment will be seen as a statement of ambition, one that signals both stability and belief in Arteta’s vision.

GFN | Finn Entwistle