Arsenal are set to make a major statement in the transfer market with the signing of Bukayo Saka from their academy. The 18-year-old has been one of the standout performers in the Gunners’ youth system and is now set to make the step up to the first team.
Saka has been with Arsenal since he was eight years old and has been a regular in the club’s youth sides since then. He has been a regular in the Under-23s this season, scoring four goals and providing five assists in 11 appearances. His performances have caught the eye of Arsenal manager Unai Emery, who has been impressed by his technical ability and attitude.
The youngster is now set to sign a new long-term contract with Arsenal, which will see him become one of the highest-paid players in the squad. The deal is expected to be worth around £30,000-a-week and will tie him to the club until 2024.
Saka is highly rated by Arsenal’s coaching staff and is expected to be given an opportunity to prove himself in the first team next season. He is seen as a potential long-term replacement for Hector Bellerin at right-back, although he can also play on the left side of defence or as a winger.
The signing of Saka is a major statement of intent from Arsenal, who are looking to build a young, talented squad capable of challenging for major honours. The club have already signed Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira this summer and Saka’s arrival will add further quality to their ranks.
It is a huge moment for Saka, who has worked hard to earn his chance in the first team. He will now have the opportunity to prove himself at the highest level and could become an important player for Arsenal in the years to come.
