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Arsenal transfer activity and squad stability efforts

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Arsenal is intensifying efforts to secure long-term stability through managerial and player contract extensions. While previous reports suggested the club was nearing a new long-term agreement with Mikel Arteta, Arteta has since clarified that formal discussions regarding an extension had not yet begun. His current contract was set to expire in July 2027. Recent developments confirm significant progress in these stability efforts. Mikel Arteta has reached an agreement on a new long-term contract that is expected to extend his tenure at the Emirates Stadium until at least 2029. This renewal marks nearly a decade with the club since his arrival in December 2019 and includes a substantial salary increase from his previous £10 million annual wage. The agreement follows a successful period for the club, including a Premier League title and a UEFA Champions League final appearance. Arsenal leadership, including co-chairman Josh Kroenke, identified retaining Arteta as a top priority to ensure long-term stability and continue the club’s competitive project. To protect the ~~squad's~~ squad’s core, midfielder Declan Rice is also reportedly set to agree to a new five-year contract. Following his role in Arsenal’s recent Premier League title success, the English international is expected to receive a significant pay rise, with reports suggesting weekly earnings of approximately £280,000. Other stability efforts involve sporting director Andrea Berta, who has been in discussions regarding new contracts for Martin Ødegaard and Jurriën Timber. Regarding recruitment, the club continues to target reinforcements, including interest in Fermín López and monitoring Rio Ngumoha. Internal dynamics persist as striker Viktor Gyökeres has struggled to make an impact, while midfielder Martin Zubimendi may push for a January exit if not restored to a regular starting role.

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