Done deal: Arsenal finally hijacked Manchester united £30M ace top target Bid In Last Minutes Move By Mikel Arteta as contract agreed already.

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Arsenal’s rising star, William Saliba, has made a resolute decision to reject potential moves to Manchester United and Bayern Munich, choosing instead to pledge his long-term future to the Gunners.

Recent reports suggest that the French defender is on the verge of signing a contract extension, securing his services at the North London club for an additional four years until 2027.

Saliba’s journey at Arsenal has been a testament to his determination and talent. The 22-year-old arrived at the Emirates Stadium in 2019 from Saint-Etienne for a hefty fee of around £30 million. At the time, this move was perceived as a substantial risk for the club, as it would take time for the young defender to make an impact.

To facilitate his development, Saliba was loaned back to his former club for the remainder of the season. Subsequently, he had loan spells at OGC Nice and Marseille in the following campaigns. Despite initial doubts surrounding his future, Saliba managed to impress during these loan spells, leaving fans and pundits eager to see him in action for Arsenal.

Manager Mikel Arteta sought to quell any speculation about Saliba’s potential departure, affirming that the defender was part of his plans for the upcoming season.

This commitment was demonstrated when Saliba was included in the starting lineup for Arsenal’s first game of the campaign. The young Frenchman seized the opportunity and excelled in his performances, particularly shining in the season opener against Crystal Palace.

Saliba’s composure, both on and off the ball, radiated the confidence necessary for a team unexpectedly thrust into a Premier League title challenge.

Arteta himself praised Saliba’s impact, stating, “He took away all the doubts we had about him. He has provided all the reasons to play him, and I believe he has been exceptional since that day. His natural composure and ability to remain unfazed by opinions or high-pressure situations are significant assets.”

The importance of Saliba’s contributions became evident when he suffered a back injury during a Europa League clash against Sporting CP, prematurely ending his season.

In the months that followed, Arsenal experienced a notable increase in goals conceded and their title push gradually crumbled. Nevertheless, the young core of the team, including Saliba, instills hope at London Colney that they can mount another challenge for the league in the upcoming campaign.

Saliba’s commitment to Arsenal is further emphasized by his rejection of other opportunities. Reports from RMC Sport suggest that both Manchester United and Bayern Munich had monitored the possibility of a transfer this summer.

However, with Saliba opting to extend his contract, the Gunners’ remarkable turnaround over the past two years is reinforced.

Under Arteta’s guidance, Arsenal has reemerged as an attractive project for young talents. Players like Aaron Ramsdale, Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli, and Bukayo Saka have already committed their long-term futures to the club, with Saliba poised to follow suit.

The team’s resurgence and renewed ambition have once again placed Arsenal on the path to success and the upper echelons of English football.