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Arsenal could face William Saliba contract uncertainty if Man City match ends in defeat

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Updated 18:50 26 Apr 2023 GMT+1Published 17:38 26 Apr 2023 GMT+1

Arsenal could face William Saliba contract uncertainty if Man City match ends in defeat

Saliba is yet to sign a new deal with the Gunners.

Chris Byfield

Chris Byfield

Should Arsenal lose against Manchester City on Wednesday, it could have massive implications on the future of some of the Gunners' most important players.

Arsenal travel to the Etihad with a five-point advantage over title challengers City, having played two games more that their closest rivals.

However, Arsenal's form has begun to stutter at the worst possible time. The north Londoners have claimed just a point in each of their last three games, including drawing 3-3 with bottom-side Southampton last Friday.

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Meanwhile, City are in imperious form, having won their last six league encounters and secured progress in both the FA Cup and Champions League.

Furthermore, their recent record against Arsenal is near flawless. City have won seven straight games against the Gunners, and 14 of their last 15.

It is arguably Arsenal’s biggest game since their Champions League final defeat to Barcelona back in 2006. And should they lose it will not only have implications on the title race but may affect the future of some of the club’s brightest stars.

Could Saliba leave Arsenal?

Arsenal are locked in talks over a contract extension for William Saliba, whose current deal runs until the summer of 2024.

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While the Gunners are reportedly optimistic about securing him to a bumper new deal, Saliba will have several suitors beyond north London.

Indeed, the 22-year-old has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain at various points this term, and should City win on Wednesday and ultimately claim the title, his future could become shrouded in uncertainty.

Arsenal’s title charge has been aided by Liverpool and Chelsea’s plight this term, and it is unlikely the Gunners will be in such a commanding position in future seasons.

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Should Arteta’s men miss out on silverware this season, it may complicate Saliba's contract negotiations - particularly if a European giant such as PSG register their interest in the defender.

Bukayo Saka is another highly coveted player whose contract at Arsenal expires in 2024.

As a Hale End graduate, Saka is far less likely than Saliba to seek a move this summer and has already verbally agreed a new deal with the Gunners, according to reports.

However, a crushing defeat to City on Wednesday could make the 21-year-old consider his options.

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On the other hand, if Arsenal beat City and go on to win the Premier League title this season, it will surely help them in their contract negotiations with the two players.

There is certainly more than just three points at stake at the Etihad.

Featured Image Credit: Alamy

Topics: Football, Transfers, William Saliba, Bukayo Saka, Premier League, Arsenal, Manchester City

Chris Byfield
Chris Byfield

Sport journalist with experience writing on football, rugby, boxing and the Olympics. I'm also a Crystal Palace fan. Please don't hold this against me.

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