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Arsenal defender William Saliba 'could LEAVE this summer with Marseille considering huge £25million bid' for the defender who spent last season on loan in France.... but Mikel Arteta 'is not interested in selling'

Arsenal defender William Saliba could be set to depart the Emirates this summer with Marseille reportedly considering a £25million bid for the defender who spent last season on loan with them.

After his impressive spell in Marseille, the French club are now interested in signing the Arsenal player on a permanent transfer, reported Get French Football News.

At 21-years-old, the southern France team views Saliba as a great investment, with his expected longevity and potential for growth giving them the confidence to make a major offer.

William Saliba could be set to leave Arsenal on a permanent transfer to Marseille this summer
But Mikel Arteta is keen to keep hold of the French international ahead of the upcoming season

If a deal can be struck between the two clubs then it would challenge Marseille's previous record-breaking capture of Dimitri Payet from West Ham United in 2017.