Kylian Mbappé commented on William Saliba’s Instagram ‘good one’ after the Arsenal loanee celebrated winning Ligue 1’s Young Player of the Year.
The 21-year-old has been recognised for his efforts in Marseille colours, and despite playing for rivals Paris Saint-Germain, Mbappé praised his fellow countryman.
This is what Saliba posted on Instagram regarding his recent award, with Mbappé’s two-word response – ‘good one’ – in the comments section.
Saliba commented: ‘Very honoured to have been voted – Model team. Thank you to my club, our supporters and everyone who voted for me’.
WHERE DOES WILLIAM SALIBA’S FUTURE LIE? AT ARSENAL OR ELSEWHERE?
Last season, Saliba would have been wondering where his career was headed because he couldn’t even earn a single minute for a struggling Arsenal side.
To think that he hasn’t even made his debut for Arsenal, yet he is Ligue’s 1 Young Player of the Year and he already has made his bow for France.
Some would argue that it’s proof that his development is working and the ball-playing defender is ready to fight for his place in Arsenal’s first team next season.
But others would argue, given the Gunners paid £27 million for his services (Sky Sports), then surely he should have been used by now.
It’s not like Arsenal have been pulling up trees in extraordinary ways, the club’s defence has improved this season, although of late, they are showcasing those old signs once more.
Either way, Saliba has a big call to make in the summer because his stock is high and he will feel that he is worthy of playing Champions League football.
And, after Arsenal’s defeat to Newcastle United on Monday night, it’s pretty obvious that Europa League football is headed their way next season.
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