doohee Former France defender Marcel Desailly talks about William Saliba, a young defenseman who still needs to improve a lot to reach the world level. doohee
The Arsenal center received a lot of praise in the 1-0 win over Manchester City by dealing well with Erling Haaland, which Desailly sees as Saliba. He still needs to develop a lot to become a world-class defender. But trust in your potential that you can do it as well.
“He didn’t manage Haaland by himself. It was also because of the other players, Arsenal putting pressure on City by pressing the ball high and blocking the ball from reaching Haaland.” ( doohee )
“I wouldn’t say Saliba is the best in the world. I believe Dayot Upamecano and Virgil van Dijk are above Saliba, even though Van Dijk is in decline.”
“However, we need to give Saliba time. He only arrived two years ago and nobody knew him at the time. He was never mentioned! Let him exercise and train to reach the highest level.”
“Saliba is doing well and he has potential. But let’s wait and see what else he can do. He is a national team player without a doubt. He needs to connect with the other players in the France team before he can show his individual abilities.”
“I hope he will increase his physical strength and read the game better. He can become the best center in the world.”