According to the Mirror, Arsenal are not concerned by rumors that Real Madrid may be looking to buy their French defender Saliba and are confident that the young defender will stay at the club for the long term. Although Real Madrid see Saliba as a key recruitment target, Saliba only extended his contract with Arsenal last year and remains loyal to the Gunners. Arsenal see Saliba as an integral part of the team and will not consider offers for him from other teams. Moreover, Saliba has been an Arsenal fan since he was a child and considers Henry as his idol, so the transfer rumors between him and Paris Saint-Germain are considered baseless.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid continues to look for replacement candidates for center back and right back in the transfer market. In addition to Saliba, Real Madrid also appreciates Tottenham's Romero, but Tottenham have no intention of releasing Romero, whose contract runs until 2027 and has no release clause. In addition, Real Madrid is also interested in another key player of Tottenham's Polo, but if Real Madrid comes to inquire, Tottenham chairman Levy is expected to carry out intense bargaining.
At right-back, Real Madrid still see Liverpool's Arnold as their number one target. However, Arnold's transfer will depend on his contractual situation with Liverpool. Liverpool will not consider an offer for Arnold in January, while Real Madrid's stance is that they want to bring in the England international on a no-signing basis if Arnold does not renew his contract with Liverpool. Arsenal's firm stance and Saliba's loyal attitude make it a challenge for Real Madrid to pursue the French defender.
