Arsenal set to announce new Bukayo Saka deal before the end of the season
Bukayo Saka’s new contract with Arsenal is reportedly going to be announced before the season is over.
For the Gunners this season, Saka has been in sensational form and has been essential to Mikel Arteta’s title defense.
The 21-year-old is the only player in the top division to reach double digits in goals and assists this season after contributing 11 assists and 13 goals in the Premier League.
And before the season is out, the Englishman is ready to pledge his long-term future to the team, according to The Independent.
Although both parties were claimed to have been on the same page throughout negotiations, discussions about a new pact have been going on since last summer.
Saka set to sign new contract
The report states that an ‘agreement has all-but been reached’ over a new deal, with the winger set for a major pay rise.
It is also believed that promotional footage has been recorded to be released alongside the announcement, which is now imminent
The news will come as a huge relief to supporters, who will be relying on the winger for next season’s busy Champions League schedule.
But while Saka is poised to extend his stay at the Emirates, Granit Xhaka could decide to call time on his Arsenal career.
The 30-year-old is allegedly wanted by Bayer Leverkusen and could choose to take up the challenge, with his place in the first-team under threat following rumours linking Declan Rice with a move to north London.