Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has told management he doesn't want William Saliba sold.

The defender is wanted by Olympique Marseille, where he spent last season on-loan.

Marseille have been boosted by the French football's strict financial watchdog, DNCG, removing previous restrictions on spending with the club keen to make a first summer signing.

But Arteta is unwilling to sell the defender and is keen to first get a look at Saliba on Arsenal's pre-season tour of America, says the Daily Mail.

Saliba has also stated he is prepared to work for a place at Arsenal next season.

However, the defender also is eager to stay in France's World Cup thoughts.