Overview

• Arsenal confirmed the France defender has signed a five-year extension to 2030, replacing a 2027 expiry after interest reported from Real Madrid.
• Saliba said he feels at home but is "not 100% happy" until the team wins titles, framing the deal as a commitment to deliver silverware.
• Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta praised his character and development, describing him as one of the world’s leading centre-backs.
• The agreement secures his partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes and follows 2025 renewals for Gabriel and academy prospects Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis‑Skelly, with Saka’s deal now a stated focus.
• Multiple outlets report the new contract is worth around £250,000 per week, a figure not confirmed by the club.