Published: 17:35, 3 November 2025 | Updated: 17:35, 3 November 2025

William Saliba has opened up about past speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid, admitting the thought of joining the Spanish giants was 'tempting'.

Saliba's stellar performances for Arsenal in recent years has helped propel the club to become consistent Premier League title challengers - with the 24-year-old forming a formidable centre-back partnership with Gabriel.

The Gunners have finished second in the top flight in each of the last three seasons and are current favourites to win the league this campaign as they sit six points clear at the top after 10 matches.

Across all competitions so far this season, Saliba has helped Arsenal keep nine clean sheets - highlighting why the likes of Real Madrid were reported suitors.

Saliba committed his long-term future to north London by signing a new five-year contact at Arsenal in September, but speaking about Real's interest he did admit it was 'tempting'.

Speaking ahead of the Gunners' Champions League trip to Slavia Prague on Tuesday, he told Telefoot: 'Of course, it's always tempting when a...