Arsenal are confident that Ethan Nwaneri will sign a new deal, despite interest from elsewhere and the fact contract extension talks are still ongoing.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - MARCH 24: Ethan Nwaneri of England controls the ball during the Men's U21 international match between England and Portugal at The Hawthorns on March 24, 2025 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)
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Simon Johnson of The Athletic confirmed this week that Chelsea are monitoring Ethan Nwaneri’s situation at Arsenal, having previously tried to sign the youngster in 2023.
But Johnson adds that whilst contract extension talks are yet to bear fruit, Arsenal are optimistic that an agreement will be reached.
Ed Aarons confirms for The Guardian that Arsenal are believed to be confident that Nwaneri will sign, in spite of interest from both Chelsea and also some German clubs.
EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS - MARCH 04: Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first leg match between PSV and Arsenal FC at on March 04, 2025 in Eindhoven, Netherlands. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
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As it stands, Nwaneri’s contract is set to expire in 2026, so this is one of the more urgent situations the club need to address.
Negotiations have already been somewhat disrupted this summer by Nwaneri’s participation in the u21 European Championships, and James McNicholas recently reported for The Athletic that talks are at a delicate stage.
Whilst McNicholas reports that the player wants to stay, he’s prioritising his development. He’ll want assurances he’s best served remaining where he is.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: Noni Madueke of Chelsea FC looks on during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group D match between Esperance de Tunis and Chelsea FC at Lincoln Financial Field on June 24, 2025. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)
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A report from The Telegraph suggests Chelsea did try to include Nwaneri in discussions over Noni Madueke, but the Gunners rejected that proposal and have since agreed a deal to sign the Blues winger.
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