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William Saliba could leave Arsenal for Real Madrid, Gallas claims

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 8:41 AM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

William Saliba could leave Arsenal for Real Madrid, Gallas claims

Summary

William Gallas stated that Arsenal defender William Saliba may consider a transfer to Real Madrid. Gallas, a former France international, emphasized that Real Madrid's prestige is significant, suggesting Saliba might find it difficult to refuse such an offer despite having recently signed a contract until 2030. He noted that Arsenal remains behind traditional heavyweights like Real Madrid, even with their recent success under Mikel Arteta. Saliba was an unused substitute in Arsenal's Champions League victory over Slavia Prague and may return to action in their upcoming match against Hull City on Saturday.

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•William Gallas believes Saliba would struggle to decline Real Madrid.
•Saliba signed a contract extension with Arsenal until 2030.
•He contributed to Arsenal's Premier League title success last season.
•Saliba was not used in Arsenal's 2-1 Champions League win over Slavia Prague.
•His return may be imminent as Arsenal faces Hull City this weekend.

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8:41 AMYahoo Sports — 'On a different level' - William Saliba backed to quit Arsenal for Real Madrid

What they're saying

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William Gallas believes Arsenal defender William Saliba would find it incredibly difficult to turn down a transfer to Real Madrid. The former France international claims the Spanish giants operate on a completely different level to the Gunners despite Mikel Arteta's recent success.
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