Bukayo Saka signs new five-year deal at Arsenal to 2031
Arsenal have secured one of their brightest stars for the long term after Bukayo Saka signed a new five-year contract that will keep the 24-year-old at the club until 2031. The deal cements Saka's status as a central figure at the Emirates during the peak years of his career.
Contract details and what it means for Arsenal
The new agreement elevates Saka to the club's highest-paid player, with wages in excess of £300, 000 a week. Talks over the renewal have been ongoing for nearly a year, with a verbal commitment reached in January before the formal paperwork was completed. Saka's previous contract, signed in 2023, had been due to run until 2027; the fresh terms extend his stay through 2031, locking in a player who has progressed from academy prospect to team leader.
Retaining Saka is a major strategic win as Arsenal push for silverware on multiple fronts. The club sit atop the Premier League table and remain active in the EFL Cup final, the Champions League knockout stages and the FA Cup, and keeping key figures together has been prioritised in the club's recent contract strategy. Several first-team regulars have also agreed long-term deals in recent months, reinforcing a clear plan to preserve the squad core through the club's title challenge.
On-pitch impact and role going forward
Saka has been a mainstay in the side since his senior debut as a 17-year-old and has grown into one of England's most influential wingers. He has made 217 Premier League appearances for the club, scoring 57 league goals; across all competitions he has reached close to 296 appearances with around 77 goals. This season he has contributed seven goals and six assists in all competitions, while also offering versatility that has seen him trialled in more central positions during cup fixtures.
Beyond raw numbers, Saka's value lies in his consistency and connection with supporters. He has frequently been the side's creative engine, leading the team in key attacking metrics under the current manager and often shouldering responsibility when senior players are unavailable. With the new contract in place, the club can build plans around him for years to come, including potential shifts in role such as a more central number 10 position that coaching staff have hinted could be explored.
Broader implications and international prospects
The extension not only stabilises Arsenal's squad but also signals intent during a pivotal campaign. Investment in new signings over the last transfer window was substantial, yet securing the futures of homegrown talents has been portrayed as equally, if not more, important. Saka's journey from the academy to captaincy duties in the absence of senior leaders highlights the success of the club's development pathway and offers a template for retaining other emerging stars.
On the international stage, Saka has scored 14 goals in 48 appearances for England and is expected to be in contention for selection at the World Cup, which kicks off in June. His sustained form and now-confirmed long-term commitment to his club will be watched closely by both national team selectors and club rivals as Arsenal pursue what could be a historic season.
For Arsenal supporters, the news provides a timely boost as the team navigates the run-in across four competitions. With Saka tied to the club through 2031, Arsenal head into the decisive months with one of their most important assets secured for the peak of his career.
