William Saliba: Early Life, Clubs, Family, Net Worth, Career and Stats

W. Saliba born on 24 March 2001, is a French professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Arsenal football club in the Premier League. W. Saliba currently plays for Arsenal football club in the Premier League season 2023/24. He has played the most number of seasons for Arsenal football club. He has played a total of two seasons so far with Arsenal football club. 

Saliba’s story is an inspiration to many players. His journey from his hometown Bondy to a professional centre-back player depicts his passion and dedication to the game.

Personal Information

William Saliba’s Early Life

W. Saliba was born on 24 March 2001 in Bondy, France. He began his football career at the age of 6 years and was coached by his father. Saliba began his youth career with the football club AS Bondy. In 2014 he started to play for FC Montfermeil and finally signed his professional contract with Saint Etienne in 2018. He made his professional debut in 2018 in Ligue 1 with a 3-2 win over opposition Toulouse. He made a total of thirteen appearances in his first season at Saint Etienne football club.

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William Saliba’s Club Career

W. Saliba started his professional career with the youth team of Saint Etienne football club at the age of 17, where he played Ligue 1 against Toulouse. W.Saliba’s career has a long span with numerous football clubs.

• Saint Etienne II: W. Saliba played one season for Saint Etienne II football club. He played for one hundred and eighty minutes.
• Saint Etienne Sub 19: Saliba played one season for Saint Etienne Sub 19 club and played for one hundred and eighty minutes.
• Arsenal Sub 21: W. Saliba played one season for the football club and played for one hundred and seventy-nine minutes.
• Arsenal Sub 23: He played one season for the club and played for five hundred and twenty-seven minutes.
• Nice: W. Saliba played one season for the football club and played for one thousand nine hundred and fifty-two minutes. In 2021 Saliba joined the club Nice on loan.
• Saint Etienne: He played two seasons for Saint Etienne football club and played for two thousand nine hundred and eighty-seven minutes.
• Arsenal: At present Saliba is playing for Arsenal football club and has played two seasons for the football club. He played for four thousand three hundred and forty-four minutes. In 2019 Saliba signed a five-year contract with the football club Arsenal. His first appearance for the club was in a friendly match against MK Dons football club in 2020. He also played as an unused substitute in the FA Community Shield 2020 where Arsenal won against Liverpool football club.
• Olympique Marseille: He played one season for Olympique Marseille football club and played for four thousand six hundred and seventy minutes. He joined Marseille football club on a loan for the 2021-22 season.

William Saliba’s International Career

In 2022, Saliba was called to France’s senior squad for the first time as an injury replacement to Benjamin Pavard to play in friendlies against South Africa and Ivory Coast. He played a total of five matches in France’s UEFA Nations League games season 2022-23. Again Saliba was called up to France Squad to compete in Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022. He made his debut replacing Raphael Varane in France’s final group game against  Tunisia.

William Saliba’s Awards and Achievements

Here are some of the awards and achievements of William Saliba.

Saint Etienne:

•           Coupe de France runner-up: 2019-20

Arsenal:

•           FA Community Shield: 2020, 2023

France:

•           FIFA World Cup Runner-up: 2022

Individual:

•          UNFP Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year: 2021-22
•           UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year: 2021-22
•           PFA Team of the Year: 2022-23 Premier League         

William Saliba’s Career Stats

W. Saliba’s continuous performance added more milestones to his career stats. Here are some of his career statistics.

William Saliba’s Family

W. Saliba was supported by his parents and grew up with his siblings. William Saliba’s father is a Lebanese and his mother is a Cameroonian. W. Saliba prefers to keep his love life private and nothing much is known about his partner.

William Saliba Injury

William Saliba is suffering from an injury and he is out for the rest of the season.

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William Saliba’s Net Worth

W. Saliba’s net worth is nearly €5 million.