A REAL FIGHT FOR SALIBA

ARSENAL are determined to fend off Real Madrid by opening contract talks with William Saliba.

- BY JOHN CROSS

The Spanish giants are targeting a centre-half this summer and have got the Gunners defender at the top of their wish-list.

Incoming Real boss Xabi Alonso wants to strengthen his back four and France star Saliba is regarded as one of the best young defenders in Europe.