Arsenal forgotten man William Saliba has hinted at an prolonged keep in France with present membership Marseille.
The 20-year-old is but to function for the Gunners since his arrival from St. Etienne in 2019, however his performances on mortgage in French Ligue 1 have caught the eye of many together with the French nationwide crew coach Didier Deschamps.
The tactician handed Saliba his first senior call-up this week forward of the upcoming worldwide pleasant matches.
Talking whereas in camp with the Les Blues, Saliba mentioned he’ll decide about his future within the coming months.
“I’ve by no means hidden the truth that I really feel good right here. I don’t know what my future holds, there’s nonetheless two months to go,” he informed French outlet RMC Sport. “An important factor is to qualify for the Champions League and go so far as potential within the Convention League.”
He added: “I believe discussions will happen afterwards, on the finish of Might to early June, between Arsenal and Marseille – we’ll determine at that time. However staying on right here would positively not be a nasty thought, quite the opposite, I do know town, my teammates, my supervisor. However it doesn’t rely on me.”
Arsenal supervisor was not absolutely satisfied with Saliba’s skills, subsequently permitting him to go away on mortgage final summer season, and the defender had a phrase for the Spaniard.
“He [Arteta] judged me on two and a half matches. I’d have preferred for him to play me extra. However he informed me I wasn’t prepared,” Saliba mentioned.
“I used to be ready for him to offer me an opportunity, however soccer is like that. I’m completely satisfied now. I need to play for Good.”
Saliba will hope to make his nationwide crew debut when France play Ivory Coast and South Africa.