Leandro Trossard, Arsenal star player is apparently interested in staying at the Emirates Stadium and has no interest in joining the Saudi Pro League, according to sources. Because of his significance to the Gunners, the 30-year-old is reportedly looking for a contract extension that would cement his future with the team and raise his pay. Trossard, who paid up to £27 million to join Arsenal from Brighton in January 2023, has been a vital member of Mikel Arteta’s team this season, especially when Martin Ødegaard has been sidelined by injury.
Arsenal has prioritised talks over a new contract because of his contributions, which have made him an essential member of the team. Trossard’s present contract expires in 2025, but according to reports, he is seeking a three-year extension, maybe with a hefty pay rise that would push his weekly income into the six figures. When Al-Ittihad made an offer for the Belgian in the summer that was close to £25 million, Saudi Arabia showed interest. Arsenal, who insisted that Trossard was not for sale, promptly turned down the offer. According to reports, Al-Ittihad had a new £40 million plan in January, but rumours currently indicate that any possible transfer is off the table since Trossard is determined to stay at Arsenal and support their Premier League title challenge.
Earlier this season, reports from Belgium suggested that Arsenal was considering extending their deal, and more recent information confirms the club has started negotiations. Trossard seems eager to stay and carry on improving his role under Arteta, as his adaptability and dependability have been crucial to the club.
Al-Ittihad reportedly renewed their chase of Trossard after Arsenal showed interest in West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus earlier this year, seeing him as a possible blockbuster acquisition. Arsenal’s refusal to entertain any offers, however, demonstrates their resolve to hold onto the winger, whose play has reaffirmed his significance to the team’s goals.
On the same day that he made a cameo in Arsenal’s 2-0 triumph against Manchester United last week, Trossard celebrated his 30th birthday.
