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<p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><script type="application/json" data-placement="match-schedule">{"type":"match-schedule","data":{"channelId":"92686d1e-5985-40e1-80f3-6f5a54f55b39","competitionId":"34pl8szyvrbwcmfkuocjm3r6t"}}</script><script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script><ul><li>Saliba regarded as one of the best in Europe</li><li>Real Madrid in hot pursuit of the defender</li><li>Have already initiated contact with his entourage</li></ul><table><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va2ivxLJJhzdzbJdwo0n"><strong>Follow GOAL on WhatsApp!</strong></a> 🟢📱</td></tr></tbody></table>

Real Madrid won't give up on William Saliba! Los Blancos ready to table huge WORLD-RECORD bid for centre-back in summer after talks with France star's entourage

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<p>Saliba’s reputation as one of Europe’s premier centre-backs has skyrocketed over the past two years, thanks to his stellar performances in both domestic and European competitions for Arsenal. According to Spanish outlet <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/real-madrid/william-saliba-central-quiere-real-113029600" target="_blank"><em>Sport</em></a>, the Spanish giants are ready to lure him away from North London as<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/arsenal-gunners-psg-striker-randal-kolo-muani-ligue-1-loan-deal/bltc16266687b1ef860#cse46c534e55e3a00a" target="_blank"> they require defensive reinforcements.</a></p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>To lure Saliba away from Arsenal, Real Madrid may have to pay a <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/bukayo-saka-injury-arsenal-hamstring/blt685635171124eea4" target="_blank">staggering fee of at least £83 million</a>, which would set a new world record for a defender. The current record is held by Harry Maguire, who moved to Manchester United for £80 million in 2019.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>It has been suggested that Real Madrid have already made preliminary inquiries with Saliba’s representatives and have received an encouraging response. However, the deal’s success will hinge on Arsenal’s willingness to part ways with their star defender, who has been a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s squad.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Despite the rumours, Saliba has publicly expressed his commitment to Arsenal. The 22-year-old signed a contract extension last summer, tying him to the club for the next two-and-a-half years. Speaking last month, Saliba reaffirmed his loyalty to the Gunners, stating, “I feel at home here. I signed for the club five years ago but it’s only my third season and I’m enjoying everything — the players, staff and fans."</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR SALIBA & REAL MADRID?

Real Madrid won't give up on William Saliba! Los Blancos ready to table huge WORLD-RECORD bid for centre-back in summer after talks with France star's entourage | Goal.com

Real Madrid won&apos;t give up on William Saliba as Los Blancos are reportedly ready to table a huge world record bid for the centre-back next summer.

Real Madrid won&apos;t give up on William Saliba! Los Blancos ready to table huge WORLD-RECORD bid for centre-back in summer after talks with France star&apos;s entourage