Mikel Arteta says William Saliba could fight for a place in the Arsenal squad when he returns from his loan at Marseille next season.
The 20-year-old is on his third loan spell in France since he joined Arsenal from Saint-Etienne in 2019.
The centre-back has impressed with Marseille this season and earned rave reviews for his performance in the 0-0 draw against Paris Saint-Germain last week.
Arteta says he watched as Saliba played an important role against the French giants and feels there is still a place for him in north London.
"Yes, as a club we are always in touch. They went to see that game. Edu and Ben [Knapper, Arsenal loan manager] were there to watch him and keep a close eye on him and the progress he is making," Arteta said at a press conference.
