William Saliba is about to enter the final two years of his Arsenal contract with Real Madrid circling - but the Gunners are determined to retain their defensive star

William Saliba ’s stance on a transfer to Real Madrid has been revealed after the La Liga side made an approach to sign the Arsenal superstar. It emerged last week that the Spanish club have made the French centre-back their primary defensive target for the upcoming summer window.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Real Madrid fully intend to sign an Arsenal ace they view in the highest regard, and what the Gunners can do to prevent an exit has been revealed.