Arsenal could be set for a legal battle over a bonus clause in their contract with Saint-Etienne for the transfer of William Saliba, according to reports in France.
William Saliba didn't commit a single foul from an attempted tackle in Ligue 1 this season, giving him a unique record among Europe's top five leagues.
William Saliba can't play for Arsenal this season but could train with his new teammates after the cancellation of Ligue 1, according to reports in France.
It's now just a couple of months until the end of the season, so this week I thought I'd have an early look at what Arsenal should do with each of their loanees this summer.
William Saliba gave an improved individual performance against Marseille on Wednesday night, but it wasn't enough to avoid a second consecutive defeat.
David Ornstein confirmed reports of William Saliba undergoing testing with Arsenal this week, before discussing the chances of an early return from loan.
Arsenal have reportedly asked St Etienne if they can cut short William Saliba's loan and bring him to London in January and have been 'categorically refused'.
Arsenal are reportedly keen on landing Manchester United's Chris Smalling despite reports the player is very happy in Rome and quite willing to stay there.
William Saliba, who gave an absolutely brilliant performance at the weekend, has been hailed by his former coach at Bondy then FC Montfermeil, Fabio Frasconi, who spoke to Eurosport.