Arsenal have been given a huge boost to their hopes of tying Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly down to new long-term contracts. The duo have established themselves as key players for the Gunners this season, and they look set to be rewarded for their contributions.
Nwaneri, who signed his first professional contract with Arsenal last year, has played 24 times across all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing one assist. The England Under-19 international struggled to force himself into Mikel Arteta’s side at the start of the campaign, predominantly featuring from off the bench.
But, as Nwaneri continued to impress and more senior players picked up injury problems, he was given more opportunities. Meanwhile, Lewis-Skelly, who penned his first professional deal with the North Londoners in October 2023, has made 21 appearances, with 300 more minutes under his belt.
He suddenly became a regular in the first-team during the festive period when Arteta so desperately needed a new left-back. Arsenal may be seven points behind Liverpool in the title race, but they still have a shot at silverware thanks to Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners want to reward the teenager with new deals ‘as soon as possible’. The Italian journalist claims contract talks have already ‘advanced well’ for both players, who are very happy at the Emirates Stadium.
It’s said Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly are satisfied with the long-term pathway offered at Arsenal, so key details will be discussed in the coming weeks. Romano adds that the Gunners want to ‘reward the duo financially as important things are coming’.
