To the surprise of Arsenal fans, William Saliba has reportedly been left out of Didier Deschamps’ starting XI for France’s opening World Cup match against Australia. The Arsenal defender had been selected as part of a 26-man squad to represent Les Blues at the World Cup in Qatar.
It was expected that Saliba was to start in France’s opening match, however, French news outlet L’Equipe has reported that Dayot Upamecano and Ibrahima Konate are set to start the match. But, Deschamps’ surprising decision could give Edu an ideal transfer blueprint in January.
It had been reported that Arsenal are looking to sign a left-centre back, which was proven with the club’s failed pursuit of Lisandro Martinez in the summer, as the Argentine joined Manchester United. But, another player in this position linked to the club is Evan Ndicka from Eintracht Frankfurt. If the Gunners opted to sign the centre-back then Mikel Arteta could benefit the same way Deschamps has with France.
