Bukayo Saka has signed a new contract at Arsenal, making him the Gunners’ highest-paid player by a long stretch.
It’s been known for a long time that Saka was set to sign a new contract at Arsenal, and now, the deal is done.
The BBC’s Sami Mokbel broke the news to confirm that the winger has committed his future to the Gunners, putting pen to paper on a five-year deal.
It’s understood that Saka will earn a salary of £300k-a-week, making him Arsenal’s highest-paid player in a huge show of belief from the club in their academy graduate.
Arsenal’s faith in Saka has been repaid with a glamorous new deal, and now, the Gunners could have more good news for fans.
Trusted Arsenal insider Hand of Arsenal revealed on X that there’s a ‘possibility’ that the club announce Saka’s new deal before Sunday’s North London Derby.
There would be no greater feeling than Saka entering a game as emotionally-charged as the derby with his new contract agreed.
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Bukayo Saka announcement plan spells bad news for Tottenham
If there’s one player Tottenham wouldn’t want to have seen get a boost before the derby, it’s Saka.
In his last five games against Spurs in the Premier League, the Arsenal winger has contributed to a massive six goals, scoring twice and assisting four.
It’s bad news for the Lilywhites ahead of Sunday’s showdown, as now armed with a bold commitment to the Gunners, Saka’s love for Arsenal could be shown in the best way possible.
Another goal in the North London Derby could be on for Saka, who absolutely loves playing against Arsenal’s neighbours.
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