**_Arsenal are reportedly ready to step up contract talks with William Saliba, following Gabriel's new long-term deal._**
The club officially announced earlier today that centre-back Gabriel has signed a new long-term contract.
Now, the Gunners are keen to agree a new deal with the other centre-half, William Saliba.
**_[John Cross of The Mirror](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/arsenal-keen-tie-down-second-35350676)_** reports that Arsenal are ready to accelerate talks with Saliba over a new long-term contract.
Although the Frenchman has attracted strong interest from Real Madrid, Arsenal remain confident that he wants to stay.
The 24-year-old is happy with life in London and is reportedly ready to commit his long-term future to the club.