William Saliba
Last updated October 9, 2026
Centre-Back · #2 · France
William Saliba is 25 years old (born 24 March 2001) and 192 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall. William Saliba wears the number 2 shirt for Arsenal and is under contract until June 2030. Reported wage: £250,000 a week (GiveMeSport (figures credited to Capology), 27 August 2026).
Season-by-Season Record
| Season | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 30 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024-25 | 38 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023-24 | 46 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022-23 | 39 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 153 | 5 | 4 |
About William Saliba
William Saliba was signed by Arsenal from Saint-Etienne in 2019 as a teenager before gaining invaluable experience on loan at Nice and Marseille. Since returning to Arsenal for the 2022-23 season, Saliba has established himself as one of the best young centre-backs in world football alongside Gabriel Magalhaes. His pace, reading of the game, and ability on the ball have made the Arsenal defence one of the most formidable in Europe.
International Career — France
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is William Saliba?
William Saliba is 25 years old, born on 24 March 2001.
When is William Saliba's birthday?
William Saliba's birthday is 24 March.
How tall is William Saliba?
William Saliba is 192 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.
What shirt number does William Saliba wear?
William Saliba wears the number 2 shirt for Arsenal. See every Arsenal squad number.
When did William Saliba join Arsenal?
Saliba signed for Arsenal from Saint-Etienne in July 2019 but did not feature for the first team until the 2022-23 season after loan spells in France.
What is William Saliba's salary?
William Saliba earns approximately £190,000 per week at Arsenal.
What nationality is William Saliba?
William Saliba is French, born in Bondy near Paris.
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