{"id":13495,"date":"2025-10-28T06:30:14","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T06:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/90minutesnews.com\/?p=13495"},"modified":"2025-10-27T20:23:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-27T20:23:46","slug":"bukayo-saka-close-to-signing-a-new-long-term-deal-with-arsenal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/90minutesnews.com\/?p=13495","title":{"rendered":"Bukayo Saka close to signing a new long-term deal with Arsenal."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka<\/strong> is reportedly on the verge of signing a new long-term contract<\/strong> that will make him the highest-paid player in the club\u2019s history<\/strong>, marking a major statement of intent from the North London side as they aim to maintain their title challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to reports from The Hard Tackle<\/em> and Football London<\/em>, final details are being ironed out between Saka\u2019s representatives and Arsenal\u2019s board, with an announcement expected within the next week<\/strong>. The new deal is believed to run until 2030<\/strong>, securing one of the Premier League\u2019s brightest talents for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u26bd A Reward for Arsenal\u2019s Star Performer<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Since breaking into the first team in 2019, Saka has grown into the heartbeat of Mikel Arteta\u2019s side. The 24-year-old winger has already surpassed 200 senior appearances for Arsenal, contributing decisively with goals, assists, and leadership on and off the pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Last season, Saka recorded 19 goals and 15 assists<\/strong> across all competitions, earning a nomination for both the PFA Player of the Year<\/strong> and the Premier League Young Player of the Season<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arteta has repeatedly praised Saka\u2019s mentality and influence, calling him \u201cthe standard of what Arsenal represents \u2014 hunger, humility, and excellence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcb0 Record-Breaking Deal<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

While exact figures haven\u2019t been disclosed, reports suggest Saka\u2019s new contract will exceed \u00a3300,000 per week<\/strong>, surpassing the wages of both Gabriel Jesus and Martin \u00d8degaard. The structure will include performance bonuses and image rights, aligning with Arsenal\u2019s efforts to keep pace with top European clubs in player compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The deal represents not only Arsenal\u2019s faith in Saka but also their determination to keep their homegrown stars amidst growing interest from clubs like Manchester City<\/strong> and Real Madrid<\/strong>, who have both monitored his situation over the past year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\udde0 Mikel Arteta\u2019s Long-Term Vision<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Arsenal\u2019s project under Arteta has centered on building around a core of young, hungry players and Saka sits firmly at the heart of that plan. His chemistry with Martin \u00d8degaard<\/strong>, Gabriel Martinelli<\/strong>, and Declan Rice<\/strong> has powered Arsenal\u2019s rise back to Premier League prominence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This new contract will ensure stability as Arsenal continue their pursuit of both Premier League glory<\/strong> and Champions League progression<\/strong> this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udde3 Fan Reaction<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Supporters across social media have expressed their excitement at the news. Many hailed the new deal as a \u201cmassive win\u201d for the club\u2019s project, while others noted how it reflects Arsenal\u2019s growth in financial power and ambition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cHe\u2019s one of our own, and now he\u2019s here to stay. Saka deserves every bit of it,\u201d one fan posted on X.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd2e What\u2019s Next?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With Saka\u2019s contract close to completion, attention is expected to turn to extensions for William Saliba<\/strong> and Gabriel Martinelli<\/strong>, ensuring that Arsenal\u2019s core remains intact for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The official announcement could come before Arsenal\u2019s next Premier League fixture, with the club planning to celebrate the deal with a special Emirates Stadium feature and media event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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