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Arsenal defender William Saliba has admitted that interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid was “really tempting,” but reaffirmed his commitment to winning trophies with the Gunners.

In a post shared by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on X, Saliba told Telefoot: “Real Madrid interest? Of course, it’s really tempting when a club like that is interested in you… but I wanted to win titles at Arsenal first before thinking about anything else.”

The 22-year-old French centre-back has been instrumental in Mikel Arteta’s defensive setup, playing a crucial role in Arsenal’s push for domestic and European success.

Saliba’s remarks reflect his loyalty and focus on the club’s ambitions, even amid persistent rumours linking him with a move to Real Madrid and other elite European sides.

Earlier reports from PUNCH Online indicated that Madrid are considering several defensive targets, including Saliba, Dean Huijsen, and Ibrahima Konaté, as part of their long-term plans to strengthen their backline.