Arsenal loanee William Saliba hints about his future at Marseille

William Saliba helped his side put in pole position to finish second in Ligue 1.

Arsenal loanee William Saliba has hinted about his future. He says he would be happy to remain at Marseille beyond the end of the season.

William Saliba has been impressive at the Stade Velodrome, making 45 appearances in all competitions and helping his side put in pole position to finish second in Ligue 1. Marseille are also in the semi-finals of the Europa Conference League.

William Saliba was signed for Arsenal in 2019 for a whopping £27m but is yet to play a game. He hinted that he would be willing to remain at his current club.

“There is always a chance [I stay]. I do not hide that I am very happy in Marseille. I have developed, I have passed a milestone. If I make it into France’s squad it’s thanks to Marseille, because there is a lot of visibility.

“They are a very big club with a lot of pressure, but when you’re good there are a lot of good things that happen to you. We will see in May or June depending on the discussions. Today, my future, I don’t know what it is.”

Asked about Saliba’s future recently, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said: “I know that sometimes it’s difficult to explain or understand after the money that the club has spent trying to bring him in, to send him on loan.”

“But a lot of things have happened to him he’s a long-term player for us and we need to protect him as well. And giving him three or four games is not enough. He’s very happy to go there now. Hopefully, he can enjoy his football and be ready for us for next season.”

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