Arsenal are planning new contract talks with Bukayo Saka’s representatives after he makes his injury comeback, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2024. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
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Fabrizio Romano reports that after Bukayo Saka makes his return to the pitch, the player and his agents will hold new conversations with Arsenal over a long-term contract extension.
Romano claims there’s “no rush”, as Saka’s current deal expires in June 2027, but conversations are set to begin shortly.
New sporting director Andrea Berta will be in charge of the negotiation process, one of his first big challenges after joining the club last week.
Andrea Berta signs for Arsenal as the club's new sporting director (Photo via Arsenal.com)
Photo via Arsenal.com
Saka is back in training with Arsenal after his three-month injury absence, with Arteta insisting he’s ready to return to action.
Romano describes the comeback as “imminent”, but whether or not that means he might be involved in Tuesday’s match against Fulham remains to be seen.
Saka was a key player for Arsenal before his injury, scoring nine goals and assisting 14 in 24 games in 2024/25.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal applauds the fans after the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD6 match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on December 11, 2024. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images
The team have suffered at times in his absence, along with the absences of Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus.
Yet Mikel Arteta’s side remain second in the Premier League table and in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. There’s still a lot for Saka to play for once he’s back.
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