BREAKING: Arsenal ready to step up contract talks with defensive superstar after Gabriel’s new long-term deal — confidence he’ll sign

Arsenal are reportedly ready to step up contract talks with William Saliba, following Gabriel's new long-term deal.
 

The club officially announced earlier today that centre-back Gabriel has signed a new long-term contract.

Now, the Gunners are keen to agree a new deal with the other centre-half, William Saliba.

John Cross of The Mirror reports that Arsenal are ready to accelerate talks with Saliba over a new long-term contract.

Although the Frenchman has attracted strong interest from Real Madrid, Arsenal remain confident that he wants to stay.

The 24-year-old is happy with life in London and is reportedly ready to commit his long-term future to the club.