Arsenal are moving closer to securing long-term future of homegrown talent with a new contract.
Homegrown talent to get a pay rise at Arsenal
Bukayo Saka is on the verge of pocketing an improved deal after talks with Andre Berta pushed things forward. The winger is already among Arsenal’s top earners. The winger looks set to get an even bigger pay as the club looks to secure his long-term future, as per TBR Football.
Although, he missed the last match with an injury, Saka’s importance to the team is huge. He has been the primary attacking threat on the field for Mikel Arteta’s side. It seems only normal to reward him. The Gunners need to keep their homegrown talent happy.
On the pitch, Arsenal has been impressive in the first weeks of the season. The club won three out of four matches in the PL. Their only loss came at the hands of Liverpool. But, they still have shown quality while missing a few key players, William Saliba and Martin Odegaard.
For Arteta, maintaining stability around his star players is just as important as grinding out results. Now, Saka’s contract is becoming key before the January transfer window opens.
Gunners’ future plan taking shape
What makes this deal more than just numbers is Berta’s pitch for the club’s future. Reports suggest that Saka is impressed by the sporting director’s long-term plans. Arsenal want to get deals done for their big players before targeting transfers, which will be later in the season.
Securing Saka early would send a strong message. The club are building a project around its best young players, not just a stopgap for stars passing through.
The academy graduate’s story has become a modern Arsenal fairytale. The boyhood talent rising to become the club’s face and one of Europe’s most dangerous wingers.
Author’s Opinion:
Locking Saka down is non-negotiable. Arsenal can’t afford to let their crown jewel feel undervalued. This pay rise proves the club is finally acting like a giant again.
