ARSENAL are confident that Bukayo Saka will follow Gabriel Martinelli’s lead and commit to signing a new contract, according to reports.
Martinelli, 21, revealed yesterday that he wants to stay with the Gunners long-term after their brilliant start to the season.
Saka, also 21, has less than two years left to run on his deal and has attracted plenty of interest.
But the Gunners reckon that, like Martinelli, he is in it for the long haul.
Italian transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano claims that Arsenal believe Saka’s “love for the club” will see him commit – having been locked in talks over a new deal since February.
Should the situation continue to rumble on, however, Manchester City and Liverpool would both love to pounce.
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Saka has scored three goals and laid on four assists in nine Prem appearances so far this term.
His pal Martinelli has four goals and two assists – and told Arsenal fans exactly what they wanted to hear over the weekend.
The Brazilian said: “We are talking about a contract so let’s see what happens. But of course I want to stay.
“I think this is my best season at Arsenal and I am so happy for this moment.
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“Everyone can see our hunger and our mentality. We want to win every single game.
“I am so happy to be playing alongside players like Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka.
“You can see the understanding we have together but we have a lot of time to improve. We have great quality and I think we can do more.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
