Arriving from Saint-Etienne, Arsenal central defender William Saliba (19) is highly anticipated by the English media due to his price of 30 million euros. A situation that will be difficult to manage according to his manager Mikel Arteta.
“I am looking forward to working with him, but I am worried about the expectations placed on him because I know how difficult it is to play central defender in this country. This is one of the most complicated positions here. The walk is really, really high. William had a very positive season last year, but he had a very difficult season this year with injuries. We know its potential, but to show this potential every three days at the highest level is something else ”, said the Spaniard interviewed by Sky Sports.
Before adding: “So, be quiet. In my opinion, it is in phase 1 or 2 in its development. He has a lot to learn but I hope we can offer him the right environment to progress very quickly. I know the player. He has the right mindset, the right attitude, the right physique. But he has to fit in and no one can know before he arrives in the locker room. “