Summer has arrived full of surprises for Real Madrid. After a long back and forth, Kylian Mbappé has finally signed with the white club.
The French star, desired by Madridists, is now part of Real Madrid, generating great excitement in soccer.
As if that weren't enough, Mbappé hasn't stopped thinking about how to further strengthen the team. With an irregular season in terms of absences and injuries in the defense, signing an elite defender has become a priority.
The ideal signing for Madrid
William Saliba, a 24-year-old French center-back, has established himself as one of the best defenders in Europe in recent seasons. His solidity, game reading, and ability to play the ball out have placed him on the radar of many top-tier clubs.
Arsenal, his current team, is not willing to let him go easily, but Mbappé has made it clear that his addition would be key to further strengthening Real Madrid's project.
Real Madrid responds with a 100 million euro offer
Mbappé's impact in the locker room is not limited to his presence as a player. According to recent reports, Real Madrid is already preparing a formal offer for William Saliba. The figure would be no less than 100 million euros, a significant amount that underscores the club's interest in signing a top-level center-back.
Arsenal, aware of Saliba's value, has made it clear that it won't be easy to sell him. However, Real Madrid is willing to make a significant financial effort to secure his services. If the offer is accepted, Madrid would add a young talent who would strengthen the defense alongside Alaba and Rudiger.
Saliba: The missing piece in Real Madrid's defense
Despite having experienced players in defense, Real Madrid knows they need someone like Saliba to face the challenges of the season. His versatility, physical strength, and great sense of positioning make him ideal for Madrid's defense.
The arrival of the Frenchman would be a more than important reinforcement for a team that aspires to everything, both nationally and in Europe.
Saliba's future: Madrid or Arsenal?
For now, everything seems to indicate that Real Madrid is ahead in the race to sign William Saliba. However, Arsenal won't easily give in.
The London club intends to renew and strengthen its team to remain competitive in the Premier League and in Europe. So, while Madrid's offer remains on the table, the ball is now in Arsenal's court.