Real Madrid target Saliba as summer transfer priority: reports

The 23-year-old French defender has become one of the standout centre-backs in Europe, forming a formidable partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes at Arsenal.

His impressive performances have attracted the attention of some of the world's elite clubs, with Real Madrid at the forefront of the race for his signing. Arsenal, however, are determined to retain the France international and have made it clear they are not eager to sell.

The North London club values the player highly and has set an asking price of at least £80million, confident that he will go down as one of the most expensive defenders in football history if he leaves.

Despite Saliba's contract running until 2027, Arsenal are prepared to demand a significant fee should they be forced to part ways with him.