Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to break the transfer record fee for a Premier League star.
Los Blancos have been plagued by injuries in the central defender position over the past two seasons.
Consistent knocks to the likes of Eder Militao and David Alaba have left the Spanish giants short of options in the centre of their backline. It seems the club are keen to remedy this problem by recruiting.
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The player Los Merengues view as the ideal cover for the aforementioned stars is Arsenal's William Saliba.
The Frenchman has emerged as one of the best in the world in his position since returning from loan with Olympique de Marseille, helping the Gunners contend for the Premier League title in the last two seasons.
According to Sport, Real now want to lure the Paris native from the English capital to the Spanish capital.
The 23-year-old remains contracted at the Emirates Stadium until 2027, so the North London side hold leverage in any negotiations concerning the French international.
The same report claims, however, that the Spanish and European champions have received positive feedback from Saliba's representatives and are open to spending over €100 million if need be.
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It remains to be seen whether Arsenal will accept the record offer, but even if they decide against the mooted move, it seems the record UEFA Champions League winners will maintain their interest in the 26-capped international.