Saliba praises Olise, compares him to Platini and Zidane

William Saliba expressed admiration for teammate Michael Olise, stating he hopes Olise will one day be compared to legends Michel Platini and Zinedine Zidane. Saliba highlighted Olise's technical ability, intelligence, and decision-making on the pitch. The Arsenal defender acknowledged that while it's premature to draw such comparisons, Olise has rapidly risen as a standout player in Europe. His contributions have garnered respect within the France national team, showing his potential to become a key figure in the country's future. Saliba’s comments reflect the growing expectations surrounding Olise as he continues to impress at both club and international levels.

• 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — “I hope one day he’ll be in a league with Platini and Zidane” - Saliba on Olise