William Saliba, 23, has experienced an impressive rise with Arsenal over the last two seasons, becoming a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s defense. His partnership with Gabriel has strengthened Arsenal’s backline, making him one of the most in-form central defenders in the world today, with Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk often being the only name mentioned alongside his.
Last season, Arsenal narrowly missed out on winning the Premier League title, finishing just two points behind Manchester City, but Saliba’s performances have been widely praised.
In a recent interview with Fox Sports Mexico, Saliba reflected on his progress and expressed confidence in his future potential. He stated, “I’m on the right track, especially last season.
I’m on my way to becoming the best defender in the world.” He acknowledged that while he’s performing at a high level, he still needs to win major trophies to solidify his claim to being the best. “I think I’m one of the best at the moment, but to claim that, I need to win some trophies. That’s what I’m missing right now,” Saliba added, emphasizing that titles are the next step in his journey.
Since his return to Arsenal in the summer of 2022, following a successful loan spell at Marseille, Saliba has established himself as a crucial player in Arteta’s starting lineup. His performances have not only earned him a permanent spot in the team but also made him a favorite among Arsenal fans.
Looking ahead to Arsenal’s upcoming match against Manchester City, which is anticipated to be one of the biggest Premier League clashes of the season, Saliba remained focused. He highlighted the importance of competing against City, but also stressed that Arsenal needs to consistently perform against all opponents.
“Of course, we want to compete against Manchester City as we have in the past two seasons, but we know we need to do more,” he said. Saliba emphasized that while beating City is important, it won’t matter if they fail to collect points against other teams. As Arsenal prepares for the match, Saliba affirmed their determination to give their all and secure victory, but he noted that the season won’t hinge on this single game.
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