Saliba’s pace is a huge asset for a centre-back. He’s quick enough to deal with fast strikers and recover when defensive lines get broken.

His reactions stand out, especially inside the box. Loose balls, deflections, quick rebounds, Saliba often responds faster than the attacker.

This is where he truly shines. His tackling feels clean and well-timed, and he positions himself intelligently to block passing lanes.

Strong, balanced, and hard to push off the ball, Saliba handles physical duels very well.

Acrobatic clearance trait, this trait makes him especially useful in high-pressure defensive moments. Whether it’s an awkward bouncing ball or a dangerous cross dropping behind him, he can clear in unconventional ways.

Dives into tackles trait, this trait allows him to make strong, decisive tackles that can completely stop an attack.