Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has signed a new five-year contract at the club, becoming the latest player to commit his long-term future to the Gunners.
Odegaard, 24, who joined Arsenal from Real Madrid permanently in 2021, scored 15 Premier League goals and provided seven assists as the Gunners finished second behind Manchester City last season.
“It was an easy decision for me,” said Odegaard. “As I said many times, I felt connected and I felt at home here since the first day.”
Odegaard said the spate of players signing new deals reflected the positive direction of the club under manager Mikel Arteta.
“What we’re doing is really special and the players see what the manager wants to do and how the club is progressing, the connection we now have with the fans,” he said.
Arteta said the new deal was “great news” for Arsenal.
“I’m really happy for him as well and he deserves it, and it just shows that there are many ways to make it,” said Arteta.
“In the end it’s about finding a place where you feel comfortable, valued and able to express your talent. I think he’s found that place, he’s respected and loved by everybody and he fully deserves what he’s doing.”
Arsenal are fourth in the Premier League table ahead of Sunday’s home match against Tottenham
