Mikel Arteta said things are progressing well as Arsenal expects Saka to sign a new deal this week.
Arsenal is currently riding high at the top of the Premier League table, thanks to their impressive performance in the season’s opening seven matches.
The team has won five out of seven games, with their latest victory being a 2-0 win over West Ham United on Saturday. Goals from Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka sealed the win.
Now, Saka is set to commit to a new long-term contract with Arsenal, his boyhood club. According to reports, the 24-year-old winger is expected to receive a salary of at least £280,000 per week, matching Arsenal’s top earner, Kai Havertz.
This deal would not only solidify Saka’s position as one of the club’s key players but also make him one of the highest-paid players in the Premier League.
Saka’s current contract was set to expire in 2027, but Arsenal is eager to secure his future. The club’s sporting director, Andrea Berta, has been working tirelessly to finalise the deal, which is expected to be completed during the international break.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s manager, has expressed his optimism about the deal, stating that Saka is “extremely happy” and “proud” to be part of the club.
The potential new contract would be a significant boost to Saka’s current salary, which is estimated to be around £190,000 per week. This pay rise reflects Saka’s value to the team and his impressive performance on the field. With his talent and dedication, Saka might even surpass the club’s all-time highest earner, Mesut Ozil, who was paid around £350,000 per week during his peak.
As one of the brightest young talents in the Premier League, Saka has been instrumental in Arsenal’s success.
The contract negotiations between Saka and Arsenal have been ongoing, with Berta and Arteta playing key roles in the discussions. According to reports, Saka is keen to stay with Arsenal and has been holding private talks with Arteta. The deal is expected to be finalised before Christmas, with Saka set to sign a new contract that would make him one of the club’s highest earners.
