Former Arsenal defender Lauren has backed his old club to complete the signing of Saint Ettiene’s William Saliba this summer. According to Metro Sport, the Gunners are among the frontrunners to land the 18-year-old when the market reopens and they are aiming to hold talks with the player’s representatives in the coming days. Manchester United are also keeping a close eye on the Frenchman, who has enjoyed an impressive breakthrough 2018-19 campaign in Ligue 1, racking up 16 appearances despite his tender age. Metro Sport states Saliba is currently valued at around 30 million and Lauren has endorsed Arsenal’s proposed transfer swoop, labelling the youngster as “a very good player”....
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