Myles Lewis-Skelly Commits Future to Arsenal with New Long-Term Contract

Myles Lewis-Skelly has officially signed a new long-term contract at Arsenal, securing the promising youngster’s future with the club after a remarkable breakthrough season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The 18-year-old midfielder has put pen to paper on a fresh deal that will keep him at the Emirates for an extended period. The new contract comes after an impressive 2024/25 campaign, where Lewis-Skelly made 39 appearances and scored his first senior goal for Arsenal, notably celebrating in the style of Erling Haaland against Manchester City. His breakout performances attracted interest from Real Madrid, but the Gunners acted decisively to ensure he remains in North London. The new agreement also includes a significant pay rise, making Lewis-Skelly one of the best-paid young players in world football. Manager Mikel Arteta played a crucial role in the negotiations, emphasizing the player’s importance to the club’s future plans.

YOUTHFUL TALENT SHINES FOR THE GUNNERS

Securing Lewis-Skelly’s future is seen as a major boost for Arsenal as they continue to build around a talented core of young players. Last season, he not only cemented his place in Arteta’s squad, but also earned his first call-up to the England national team, scoring on his debut at Wembley. Arsenal finished the 2024/25 Premier League campaign in second place, just behind champions Liverpool, and Lewis-Skelly’s versatility and work rate were a key factor in the team’s strong finish.

The midfielder, who can also operate as a left-back, is viewed as a cornerstone of Arteta’s evolving side. Despite competition from clubs like Madrid, Lewis-Skelly’s new deal highlights Arsenal’s determination to retain their prized young talent. It builds on prior contract extensions with fellow academy graduates like Bukayo Saka and William Saliba in previous years. Meanwhile, it appears certain that captain Martin Ødegaard, who enters the final year of his contract, will leave Arsenal at the end of the current campaign.

WHAT NEXT FOR LEWIS-SKELLY?

His representatives were in advanced contract talks with North London club before committing and now that his future has been settled, both player and club can focus on this season which promises to be an important one for both parties. Last year, Arsenal reached the Champions League semi-finals before losing to Inter Milan but had a decent season finishing as runner-ups in the Premier League under Arteta. Lewis-Skelly will hope that he can achieve domestic glory this time around whilst also breaking new ground in Europe’s elite club competition.

Manager Arteta is under pressure to deliver results after a disappointing start to the season in both domestic and European competitions, unlike Lewis-Skelly who is seen as one capable of carrying Arsenal to success in future.