William Saliba - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Center Back

Age

Market Value

€85.00M

Height

193cm

Weight

76kg

Nationality

France

Next League Match

Arsenal vs West Ham (H)

22 February 2025

Team Probabilities

Win:

57.3%

3+ Goals:

30.4%

Clean Sheet:

34.3%

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William Saliba Scout Report

William Saliba has matured into one of Arsenal's standout performers, showcasing an astutely composed style of play rooted in exceptional ball recovery and retention. Ranking ridiculously high in ball recovery and pass accuracy, his knack for reclaiming possession is crucial for the Gunners, as his style of play revolves around maintaining control and stability in defence. This season, Saliba's been a linchpin in possession, often found in the midfield and defensive thirds, reflecting a modern centre-back's role in orchestrating play from the back. A weakness in his aerial duels does raise concerns; he's significantly less commanding in the air compared to peers, and his interception rates suggest room for improvement in reading the game. Despite this, his overall duel-winning ability is notable, underlining his robustness in ground challenges. On the flip side, his proficiency in progressive passing and carrying leaves something to be desired, indicating a more conservative approach when advancing play. Saliba's discipline shines through, rarely finding himself in the referee's book, an essential trait for any top defender. As he continues to fine-tune his skills, Saliba's prospects look promising, echoing the high potential often associated with his youth and calibre.

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William Saliba Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, William Saliba took 3 shots, scoring 2 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 1.88, averaging 0.63 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 0 goals from 0 shots. A 0% conversion rate. 0 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 1 goals from 1 shots. A 100.0% conversion rate. 0.86 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 1 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.33 xG per shot.