Fans of both Arsenal and the France national team have not always been pleased with the decision regarding William Saliba. According to former Arsenal player, Gallas, Saliba’s competition and inconsistencies have prevented him from making the France squad. Gallas mentioned that Saliba’s performance is unpredictable and he faces tough competition from Konaté and Upamecano. Didier Deschamps also acknowledged Saliba’s limited playing time and mentioned that he has reservations about Saliba’s performance.

Deschamps highlighted that certain players need perseverance and time to build confidence. Despite Saliba’s limited game time, his role could be crucial in Arsenal’s remaining league games. If you want to stay updated with Mirror Football content and receive special offers, join our new WhatsApp community. You can also read our Privacy Notice.