Arsenal are reportedly ‘pushing hard’ to extend Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli’s contracts. AFC
Arsenal are reportedly ‘pushing hard’ to extend Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli’s contracts.Saliba spent last term on loan with Marseille after temporary stints with their Ligue 1 rivals, OGC Nice and Saint-Etienne.
After failing to make a single first-team appearance for the Gunners before this season, despite joining in 2019, Saliba has adapted very well to life in England. He has formed a solid partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes in the centre of Mikel Arteta’s defence, while Benjamin White has operated as a right-back.
Renewing the France defender’s contract has become a top priority for Arsenal after his future was cast in doubt over the course of the summer transfer window.Liverpool and Manchester City are believed to be sniffing around as they eye the possibility of signing the young winger.When asked about Arteta’s belief, the 21-year-old said: “Yes, I share his confidence.
“I really feel the love from my team-mates, my coaches and the fans as well. So yeah, I really feel loved here.”Signed for around £6million from Ituano in 2019, the Brazilian attacker has established himself as a crucial player under Arteta.