Arsenal Contract Extension Decision Spells Bad News for PSG, Real Madrid | OneFootball

Arsenal are stepping up their push to secure William Saliba, who has become a key figure in their defense. The Gunners have offered the French center-back an enhanced contract extension in a bid to fend off attention from leading clubs.

According to MARCA, Real Madrid have set their sights on Ibrahima Konaté and Saliba as their top defensive targets. Since Saliba is tied to his club until 2027, Konaté is considered the more attainable option for their next signing.

Saliba has firmly established himself at the heart of Mikel Arteta’s plans, both now and for the future, proving his quality and consistency at the highest level over several seasons.

His pairing with Brazilian centre-back Gabriel Magalhães is currently one of the standout defensive partnerships in world football, making it clear why the Gunners are keen to lock down his future.

Arsenal Looks to Fend Off PSG, Real Madrid

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CaughtOffside reports that Real Madrid remain closely tracking William Saliba’s situation. The Spanish club appears to be waiting either for his contract to expire or for Arsenal to feel pressure to sell.

The report mentions that Madrid may view the 2026‑2027 season as a prime opportunity to make a serious move. Meanwhile, PSG are reportedly monitoring Saliba as well, though a return to Ligue 1 seems unlikely in the near future.