Overview

• Arsenal confirmed the 24-year-old has signed through summer 2030, extending a contract that previously ran to 2027 and cooling reported Real Madrid interest.
• Mikel Arteta praised Saliba’s character and development, and sporting director Andrea Berta hailed him as central to what the club is building.
• In club interviews, Saliba said he feels at home but is "not 100% happy" until Arsenal start winning titles.
• The deal secures the Saliba–Gabriel axis that has underpinned recent title challenges, following 2025 renewals for Gabriel and academy prospects Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis‑Skelly.
• Coverage indicates Arsenal will now focus on Bukayo Saka’s contract, with reports suggesting optimism about reaching an agreement.