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Arsenal defender William Saliba reportedly is demanding a huge pay rise on his new contract.

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Arsenal defender William Saliba is reportedly demanding a huge pay rise on his new contract. Hence, the Gunners remain in negotiations.

However, the negotiations are looking positive between the club and player. Hence, there is expectation of a positive announcement in the coming weeks.

ARSENAL DEFENDER IS DEMANDING A SIGNIFICANT PAY RISE ON HIS NEW CONTRACT

According to reports, Arsenal defender William Saliba is demanding a significant pay rise on his new contract. The report also claims that the Gunners are desperate to keep him for long-term. William Saliba is also now happy with the Gunners. Hence, the negotiations are not advanced at the moment. However, the negotiations are positive.

A report also claims that Arsenal see him as an important part of the present and future. However, at the moment, the talks are on and off. This is because both player and club are focusing on finishing the current season in a brilliant fashion. The defender is hoping to help the Gunners win the Premier League in his first season of playing for the club.

WILLIAM SALIBA REMAINS IN POSITIVE TALKS TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT

According to football journalist Ben Jacobs, William Saliba remains in positive talks to extend his contract with Arsenal. He has also claimed that the agent and player himself are calm about the situation. They know the priority for both the player and club is to win the Premier League this season. Hence, there is a feeling that they will reach an agreement in the coming weeks to extend his contract.

Ben Jacobs further speaking on the Arsenal defender further said, “Arsenal’s instant priority was to fend off interest during a period when Saliba was still unsettled, and then give him a chance – and we’ll now see talks ramp up because it’s clear Arsenal view Saliba as integral. “Now it’s a case of terms being agreed. Saliba will want a significant pay rise, while Arsenal are hoping for a slightly longer deal than all parties first anticipated. Talks continue, but Arsenal are calm about the situation.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has clearly stated that all the deserving players will sooner or later get a new contract. Hence, he has asked all the fans to remain calm about the future of the star players. Hence, it looks like the owners are taking great decisions off the field also.

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