Saliba on Champions League dreams and leadership | Press conference | News

William Saliba said we are not just in the Champions League to enjoy it, but to win it, as we look to continue our perfect start against Olympiacos tonight.

Our French centre back faced the press after signing his new long-term contract and believes that trophies are the only thing missing from his career in N5 so far.

He said: “We have the staff, the coach and a really good squad this season to compete in any competition. We don’t just want to be there and enjoy the Champions League, we want to win the Champions League and win many titles.

“I love this club. I cannot leave this club without giving them something back. My first choice was to stay here and win everything. 

“Of course, we’re always close. If we don’t win, it’s because we missed something. Every year we’re getting better. Last season, we had a lot of experience from the last three seasons. We know that we’re always close. Now we know how hard the Premier League is, we know how hard the Champions League is.

“We have to stop talking and prove on the pitch that we have to win. Of course it’s good to talk, but now we have to prove it on the pitch that we are ready to win.”

Wilo has always had an affinity for us, donning his Thierry Henry Arsenal jersey when he was a child, before signing for us in 2019.

After a series of loans, Saliba has cemented himself in the side since making his debut in August 2022, and now wants to become a legend in N5.

He said: “We all believe in the project and the future. We have a good squad, good staff, and a good coach. We are close to achieving things, so we have to keep going like that and I’m sure soon we’ll be able to win some trophies.

“I think now I’ve played three years in the role with Arsenal. Now I’m 24, so I have a bit of experience now. I think now I’m not so young, so I have to be one of the leaders of this team and I have to be an example as well.”

“I want to win titles, be good on the pitch and hopefully, God willing, I will become a legend here.”

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