L’Equipe reports that Lyon are hoping to sign William Saliba on a permanent basis this summer, but Arsenal are keen to keep it for next season.

Big of the “big guns” since moving from Saint-Etienne to join the army. For a fee of 27 million pounds in 2019. Having been sent to the Ligue 1 team on loan three times, the

French defender dominated the position. OM’s starting XI under Jorge Sampaoli this season. Having made 25 appearances and leading them to the Champions League final next season.

Recently, it has been reported that Marseille. Has been so impressed with Saliba’s performance. That he hopes to join the army permanently this summer. But it seems that Arsenal have no idea to sell this footballer.

Arsenal are hoping to keep Saliba for next season, with Pablo Mari and Calum Chambers expected to pack away this year.

Marseille have reportedly looked into the prospect of signing. The Frenchman on a permanent deal after being impressed by his form on loan at Stade Velodrome. But Arsenal are believed to have no interest in letting him go.

Three full seasons will have passed before the £27m signing is given a Premier League bow, with Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta both sending the defender back to Ligue 1 on loan.

Saliba has only made his debut for Arsenal at U23 level, making eight appearances so far and is contracted at the Emirates until 2024.