Back to the Premier League Newsfeed

BBC Sport

Arsenal centre-back William Saliba says he has signed a new five-year contract at the club because boss Mikel Arteta and his staff can help him "become the best" defender in the world.

The 24-year-old France international's previous deal was scheduled to expire in June 2027 and speculation had linked him with being a target for Real Madrid.

"The boss is one of the best coaches in the world," said Saliba. "He has helped me a lot, him and his staff, so I'm so happy to have them as a coach.

"I'm 24 now, and I think I haven't reached my peak.