Arsenal Demand Record-Breaking Fee as Real Madrid Target William Saliba in Summer Move

The Board at Arsenal declared Real Madrid must establish a new record for defender transfers to acquire William Saliba. The Gunners wish to prevent Saliba’s transfer but they will accept a highly expensive deal in case he leaves the club.

The French defender Saliba established himself after his 2019 move from Saint-Etienne as a top-flight global centre-back.

A thirty-three million Pound deal could be offered to Arsenal by Real Madrid for Saliba who helped the team fight for the championship title during the previous season while still being an essential member of Mikel Arteta’s team.

Real Madrid leads at present in their search for a new defensive player to bolster their backline through Saliba.

Arsenal Wants A High Fee For William Saliba

Saliba’s present Emirates Stadium contract extends through 2027 without any indication from Arsenal that they would sell him at a budget price.

According to RMC Sport, the club stands firm against any transfer except for a deal where Madrid proposes to match the current world record for defensive players.

The threshold stands at £78.3 million, which Manchester United used to acquire Harry Maguire in 2019, and Manchester City’s £77 million Josko Gvardiol procurement in 2023 has established the same value level.

The essential role Saliba plays for Arsenal justifies a demanding payment from the club.

Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool is drawing attention from Real Madrid since Dani Carvajal sustained his recent injury. The Liverpool club hesitates to sell their vice-captain, although he would become unemployed if he fails to extend his contract, which ends this summer.

The transfer decisions of Madrid may be shaped by what happens to Vinicius Junior. According to The Athletic, Vinicius Junior expressed his refusal to accept an initial contract extension, although his current agreement remains active until 2027.

Among the Ballon d’Or finalists, he seeks compensation, which properly demonstrates his enhanced football standing on the global stage. A sale of the player by Madrid would enable them to purchase Saliba using the money they would earn.

The club has decided to prioritize the retention of Saliba which forces other interested clubs to submit unheard-of financial proposals to acquire him.