Arsenal are in pole position to sign Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba.

Manchester United have also shown an interest in the 18-year-old.

Saint-Etienne only recently tied down the Frenchman to a new contract, which will expire in 2023.

Le 10 Sport says the Gunners are leading the race for Saliba and can secure his signature for around £26m.

The report claims Saint-Etienne would likely Saliba to be loaned back to the club next season.

Given his age, the Gunners are not against the idea of letting him develop one more season in Ligue 1.