‘All Arteta’s Fault’ ’27M To Go On Loan’ Arsenal Fans React As Defender Is Linked With Switch To France

‘All Arteta’s Fault’ ’27M To Go On Loan’ Arsenal Fans React As Defender Is Linked With Switch To France

Nice manager Patrick Vieira is interested in taking Arsenal defender William Saliba on loan when the January transfer window opens, according to reports in France.

The 19-year-old has not even made his debut for the Gunners since arriving at the club in the summer, with his game time being restricted to appearances for the Under 23s.


Manager Mikel Arteta insists Saliba needs more experience before being selected for the first team, and it appears a return to France is on cards. Fans on Twitter are not convinved that the £27m signing should be loaned out in the New Year:

Saliba’s situation has left many supporters scratching their heads. Surely the Frenchman could have gained the experience necessary playing in the Europa League and in cup competitions this campaign?

As it stands, it seems he’ll have to sit tight for another month before possibly making the switch to Nice or another French club.