Arsenal’s David Luiz has Agreed a new one-year Contract with the Club.
Arsenal’s David Luiz has agreed on a one-year contract extension which will last till the end of next season. The likes of Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares will also join the David Luiz in the Gunners team permanently at the end of their loan deals, from Flamengo and Southampton respectively.
Another player that has extended his contract is midfielder Dani Ceballos, he has extended his loan deal from Real Madrid until the end of this season. According to him, he said: “I am really happy that we will have these players in our squad for the future.”
He also said: “They have been part of the long-term technical plan [manager] Mikel [Arteta] and I have developed. They bring the right balance to our squad.” Brazil 33-year-old centre-back David Luiz joined the club from Chelsea last year but was sent off during Arsenal’s return to Premier League action, a 3-0 loss to Manchester City last week.
Arteta speaking about the player said: “David is a really important player for us. He has played most of our matches this season and has been important for the team.” “His passing, his communication with the team on and off the pitch – he helps everyone.” Spanish centre-back Mari, 26, and Portugal right-back Soares, 28, will complete their moves when the transfer window opens next month.
