Arsenal's star winger, Bukayo Saka, has signed a new long-term contract that will keep him at the club for the next five years. The 24-year-old England
international has agreed to a deal that runs until June 2031.
This agreement ends months of speculation about his future and makes him the highest-earning player in the history of the Arsenal.
According to reports, Saka's new salary will be more than £300,000 per week. This reflects his status as one of the most important players in the Premier League. The negotiations between the player's representatives and the club lasted nearly a year, but the winger had already given a "verbal promise" to stay at his childhood club back in January.
Saka is a key Player for the Future and is more important than £250m spending Arsenal made to bring in eight new players in the summer. His excellent form this season already saw him scored 7 goals and providing 7 assists in 33 matches across all competitions. Since his debut as a teenager, he has become the face of Mikel Arteta's young team and a favorite among the fans.
For Arsenal, securing Saka's future is a major victory. The club is currently competing for major trophies and wants to ensure their best talent stays at the Emirates Stadium. By signing this extension, Arsenal has sent a clear message to other top clubs in Europe that they are not a "selling club. " Keeping Saka allows the team to build around a core of young, world-class talent as they push for Premier League and Champions League success in the coming years.
The Gunners are fighting for four titles with just final three months remaining of this season. They are at the top of the Premier League table and leading by 4 points. They finished top in the Champions League group stages as well and have advanced to the Round of 16. In domestic cup competitions, they will face Man City in the Carabao Cup final, while advancing to FA Cup 5th round recently.
