Arsenal news: William Saliba sent Real Madrid message as UEFA issue statement

Arsenal have enjoyed an excellent 2024/25 season so far - and it could get even better. The Gunners look likely to finish second in the table, while they also have secured a place in the semi-finals.

’s men eased to a 3-0 first-leg win against in the previous round before getting the job done at the Bernabeu last night. picked himself up from missing a penalty to give Arsenal the lead on the night with a brilliant finish.

Real Madrid levelled through Vinicius Jr but Gabriel Martinelli scored in stoppage time to set up a last-four clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

While there is still some work left to do between now and the end of the campaign, plans are already being put in place for next season. could potentially look to spend heavily as they aim to finally win the Premier League title.

A host of names have been linked with moves to the Emirates. With that being said, here are all of the latest headlines from the Emirates Stadium.

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UEFA respond to Real Madrid controversy

UEFA have clarified exactly why Real Madrid had a penalty cancelled vs Arsenal. The Spanish side thought they had a golden chance to reduce their deficit against the Gunners as Kylian Mbappe fell under Declan Rice's challenge.

Referee Francois Letexier gave the penalty on-pitch and booked Rice. But he reversed the decision upon review, with

It read: "No penalty - no foul. Arsenal's player No. 41 [Rice] did not commit a foul on the opponent." come the final whistle.

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Saliba sent Real message

Arsenal defender has been told to forget about a move to Real Madrid and instead focus on being a success with his current club. , ex-Gunners’ star Emmanuel Petit said: “If he goes to Real Madrid, it's another story.

“It’s the same with . It’s one thing playing with , where you have been loved by the fans for such a long time and won many trophies, but it’s a different story when you go to Real Madrid.

“I have experienced that. When I left Arsenal, I was loved by the fans. When I went to , it was a blank page, a new story that I had to write. I had to forget what I had done in the past and deliver with a new club.

“It will be the same with Saliba. I can understand that it could be a dream for a player to sign for the best club in the . But the grass is not really greener outside.”

Guirassy release clause confirmed

From one Frenchman to another, Arsenal will be forced to fork out even more should they revisit their interest in star Serhou Guirassy. Arteta’s side were previously eyeing him last year when he was available for just £14m.

But his asking price has rocketed according to Sport Bild. It is suggested that his release clause now sits at around €70m (£60m).

Guirassy is currently the top scorer in the Champions League with 13 goals following a hat-trick against Barcelona. He is under contract until 2028.

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