Arsenal is about to renew William Saliba, one of the names that was on Barça’s table in case Sevilla’s central defender fails
It fits the profile of physical power that Xavi is looking for
Barça has several names on the table to reinforce the central position. Everyone knows that Jules Koundé is number one. But everything seems to indicate that the Frenchman will sign for Chelsea. The Stamford Bridge club is putting a lot of pressure on Sevilla, offering 65 ‘kilos’ of transfer and a very high salary to the footballer. Meanwhile, Barça has asked the player for patience to launch a first offer, but everything has been complicated.
Also on the list of alternatives is (was) the Frenchman William Saliba. Central defender with a powerful physique from Arsenal, young (21 years old) and who, according to journalist Freddie Paxton, is very close to renewing his contract with the ‘gunner’ entity. His contract ends in 2024 and the team led by Mikel Arteta wants to shield him as soon as possible.
XAVI WANTS A POWERFUL PROFILE
Saliba fit the profile that Xavi wants. Physical wonder, fast, powerful, young and with a more than correct ball output. At the moment, Barça is very close to signing César Azpilicueta, who could cover any defensive position. But the idea is still to sign a pure central defender. If possible, left-handed.
