Arsenal criticised for delaying Saliba contract talks | OneFootball

Concern has been raised over Arsenal delaying new contract talks with William Saliba.

The Frenchman has entered the final 18 months of the five-year contract he signed in 2019 but after impressing so much during the first seven games of the season, it has become essential that a new deal is sorted between the two parties.

But a lack of clarity and urgency over the situation has raised plenty of cause for concern for Arsenal fans, while club legend Nigel Winterburn is fearing the worst and has urged Saliba to commit his future to the club.

He told FreeSuperTips: “It looked like he was going to leave in the summer, but he's been very impressive since he came into the team. He can read the game very well, he's quick and looks like a good defender, so I think it's important that Arsenal do not let that contract get into next season.

“If they do, then they'll end up putting themselves in a whole lot of trouble. I don't think it's difficult because you ask the player if he wants to stay, if they do then you sort out the contract. If you're enjoying your football and enjoy where you are, then sort the contract out and get it done as quickly as possible.

“For someone young like Saliba, he's getting a lot of game time, he's enjoying his football so don't let that contract run down and cause issues down the line. Money isn't everything, enjoying what you do is really important, and Saliba is currently a big part of this Arsenal team so I wouldn't expect any problems."