“Vini is terrified of Saliba, but I’m not afraid of him at all. There’s only one Arsenal player I fear facing, and it’s not Saliba.” — Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has revealed the only Arsenal defender who unsettles him, and surprisingly, it’s not William Saliba.

BREAKING NEWS: Kylian Mbappe Names the Only Arsenal Defender He Fears – And It’s Not William Saliba!

In a shocking revelation, Real Madrid’s superstar forward Kylian Mbappe has dismissed claims that he fears Arsenal’s defensive rock, William Saliba. While many strikers struggle against Saliba’s physicality and composure, Mbappe insists that the French defender does not intimidate him at all. However, he did name one Arsenal player who does.

Speaking in a recent interview, the French captain was asked about facing Arsenal in the Champions League or any future competitions. When the topic of Saliba came up, Mbappe made it clear that while Vinicius Jr. might find the Arsenal defender difficult to play against, he personally does not fear him. Instead, he pointed to another Arsenal player as the one who gives him real trouble.

“Vini is so scared of Saliba, but me? I can never be scared of him. The only Arsenal player I’m scared to face is that guy, and not Saliba,” Mbappe reportedly stated.

His comments have sent shockwaves through the football world, leaving fans eager to know which Arsenal defender has earned the respect—and fear—of one of the best players in the world.

Many have speculated that the player in question could be Takehiro Tomiyasu, known for his defensive discipline, or Gabriel Magalhães, whose physical presence makes him a nightmare for attackers.

Others believe Mbappe could be referring to Jurrien Timber, whose versatility and defensive awareness make him a tough opponent. If so, it would be a huge compliment to the Dutch international, who is still finding his feet at Arsenal after recovering from injury.

Regardless of who it is, Mbappe’s statement is a testament to the growing strength of Arsenal’s defense. Under Mikel Arteta, the Gunners have built one of the most formidable backlines in Europe, making life difficult for even the best forwards in the world.

With Arsenal and Real Madrid both potential contenders in this season’s Champions League, fans could soon get a chance to see Mbappe take on the Arsenal defender he fears most. Until then, the debate over who that player might be will continue to fuel discussions among football fans worldwide.