It would represent a crushing blow if the academy product, who has played on the wing and at left-back, believed he could better continue his career elsewhere but Arteta is optimistic that will not be the case. ‘We are trying, as a club, to finalise the deals that are more urgent and are a priority for us,’ Arteta said on Monday.

For other inquiries, Contact Us. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Arsenal have announced youngster Bukayo Saka has signed a long-term contract extension. He said earlier this season: "I leave all that contract stuff to my agent and my parents. The Athletic claim Saka was on the verge of agreeing a new deal before football was suspended and Arsenal are now on track to secure the 18-year-old’s signature. But the Gunners are anxious to avoid the Londoner edging towards a possible bargain exit at the end of his current deal. "I’m just enjoying my football playing under the new coach, so we’ll see what happens.". Saka has featured 18 times in the Premier League this season, scoring three goals, and was a regular during Arsenal’s Europa League run. He also qualifies to play for Nigeria through his parents. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. “My only focus is [to] go to Southampton and get the three points, win, lift the players and start believing again that we can get wins again in a row.”, Available for everyone, funded by readers. ‘I am very positive everything is going to be done very shortly’. The wideman is already being tracked by clubs like Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern Munich, with his £3,000-a-week first professional deal ending in 15 months. “I am very positive that everything is going to be done with Bukayo very shortly,” the manager said. Ian Wright picks his dream Arsenal starting XI for Manchester City clash, Saka has attracted interest from a host of rival clubs, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s father holding up talks over new Arsenal contract, Bournemouth confirm Ryan Fraser has rejected contract extension amid Arsenal and Tottenham transfer links. Saka has been one of the Gunners' stand-out performers this season, playing 33 times in all competitions. “The communications between the club, agents and the family has been going on for months and is very fluent. He has played all but one of Arsenal's games since Arteta succeeded sacked Unai Emery in December. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. © 2020 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Ian Wright picks his Arsenal starting XI vs Manchester City, Michael Owen predictions for Man Utd, Chelsea, Man City v Arsenal and Everton v Liverpool, Arsenal flop Denis Suarez delivers verdict on Thomas Partey and Lucas Torreira moves, Why Chelsea defender Reece James was sent off after final whistle as Denmark beat England, Man Utd star Paul Pogba ‘hates’ new deeper role under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and wants to play further forward, Arsene Wenger reveals why Arsenal did not re-sign Cesc Fabregas ahead of Chelsea, Mikel Arteta responds to Arsene Wenger claiming Mesut Ozil is ‘wasted’ at Arsenal, Thomas Partey debut?

Arteta warned off potential suitors for Saka ahead of Arsenal’s game against Manchester City. Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal. Mikel Arteta believes Bukayo Saka will soon sign a new contract at Arsenal and put to bed one of the sagas that could lead to a turbulent summer at the club. Mikel Arteta responds to Arsene Wenger claiming Mesut Ozil is 'wasted' at Arsenal, Thomas Partey debut? The coronavirus pandemic forced Arsenal to shelve contract talks with their players, as the club focused on restructuring their finances amid mounting financial issues. And boss Mikel Arteta, who forced his players and staff into lockdown when he caught Covid-19, urgently wants Saka to agree a long, lucrative, new contract. Arsenal are reportedly in talks with Bukayo Saka over a new contract in an attempt to fend off interest from Liverpool and Manchester United. The 18-year-old has been a first-team regular under Mik… Before Saturday’s defeat at Brighton he suggested Arsenal had “no margin for error” in aiming for the European spots; they visit Southampton on Thursday and seem unlikely to close an 11-point gap to the top four. With a year remaining on his current deal, the 18-year-old now poses the biggest contract problem to the club. Last modified on Wed 24 Jun 2020 22.47 BST. ARSENAL'S priority when their self-isolation ends next week is to tie teen sensation Bukayo Saka to a new contract.

“I’m so excited with the young players that we have. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. “Until we start to win games the Champions League objective is too far at the moment,” Arteta said. Saka’s emergence has arguably been the brightest aspect of a troubled season but Arsenal have been at risk of the 18-year-old, whose deal ends next June, being plucked by one of many suitors. Bukayo Saka modelling the new Arsenal 2020/21 shirt (Photo via Arsenal.com) The teenager has now made 42 appearances for the senior team, more than he played for the u18 (26) or u23 (25) sides. ‘The ones you are talking about [Bukayo and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang] – they are both really important, not just for now but for the future of the club as well and if the club has something to announce, they will do it in the right moment.’, MORE: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s father holding up talks over new Arsenal contract, MORE: Bournemouth confirm Ryan Fraser has rejected contract extension amid Arsenal and Tottenham transfer links. The academy graduate is out of contract next year and Arsenal are … The Telegraph say the 18-year-old is more focused on sustaining the incredible progress of his breakthrough season than worrying about his future. Bukayo Saka is close to penning a long-term deal with Arsenal, according to reports. ARSENAL'S priority when their self-isolation ends next week is to tie teen sensation Bukayo Saka to a new contract. The 18-year-old has developed into a key first-team player at the club and the Gunners have been determined to tie him down to a new deal. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The player and family knows how much trust I have in him. And after explosive form as a winger, Saka has surpassed expectations with his versatility. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Follow Metro Sport across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Bukayo Saka, 19, from England Arsenal FC, since 2019 Left Midfield Market value: €40.00m * Sep 5, 2001 in London, England Saka has attracted interest from a host of rival clubs including Manchester United and Premier League leaders Liverpool. Arsenal have received a major boost as teenager Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term contract. For more stories like this, check our sport page. They just need the right environment around them to explode and Bukayo is doing that, even in difficult circumstances, which is even more merit for him.”. Bukayo Saka is close to penning a long-term deal with Arsenal, according to reports. He is just showing that every week and his consistency level is getting better and better. All rights reserved. However, Saka’s preference is to extend his deal with Arsenal. The academy graduate is out of contract next year and Arsenal are eager to tie down one of their prized assets.

Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Securing Saka’s commitment would be a significant boost for Arteta, who has had to juggle that concern with uncertainty over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s future and a miserable first two matches since Premier League football recommenced. The news will be a boost for Mikel Arteta, who is a massive fan of Saka and will surely call on the youngster in the closing stages of the season. The England Under-19 star's impact means he is a clear candidate for Euro 2020, especially now the coronavirus crisis has put the tournament back until next year. After covering at left-back for injured Kieran Tierney and Sead Kolasinac, he is now first-choice in that position. Uefa say delayed Euros CAN'T go ahead as planned with some host cities set for axe, Ex-Chelsea kid worth £80k at TEN plays in Belgium & dates MIC's Tiff Watson, Juventus 'preparing record £360m Kylian Mbappe bid and could swap Ronaldo', Ozil rejects chance to leave Arsenal after turning down offer from Saudi Arabia, Five Utd men who could go in next 24 hours including Romero, Jones & Lingard, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed, Teen superstar Bukayo Saka is wanted by top clubs across Europe, with just 15 months remaining on his first Arsenal deal, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's transfer plans might be dented if they fail to qualify for Europe but his top aim is to keep Bukayo Saka, Santi Cazorla's son does 'Stay at Home Challenge' in Arsenal club shirt, ARSENAL NEWS LIVE: Follow for the latest Gunners news, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Bukayo Saka was Arsenal’s best player in Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to Brighton. And they are particularly concerned Saka could be targeted even more strongly this summer if they fail to qualify for Europe. Wed 24 Jun 2020 21.54 BST View our online Press Pack. But Saka revealed over Christmas he has yet to confirm his international future. Mikel Arteta believes Bukayo Saka will soon sign a new contract at Arsenal and put to bed one of the sagas that could lead to a turbulent summer at the club.