Arteta’s Trusted Man Stalling on Arsenal Contract Offer

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·29 de julho de 2025

Arteta’s Trusted Man Stalling on Arsenal Contract Offer

He may not be every Gooner’s favourite, but Leandro Trossard remains a key cog in Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal project.

Featuring in all 38 Premier League games last season, the former Brighton man notched eight goals and seven assists, a decent return in a campaign blighted by the team’s struggles in front of goal.

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Deep down, most Gooners know that with Trossard in the squad, their chances of chasing glory improve.

Still, the question remains, will Leandro Trossard be at Arsenal come deadline day if the latest reports are to be believed?

Just days ago, Just Arsenal relayed a positive update on the Belgian international, suggesting Arsenal and Trossard were close to agreeing a new deal with both sides willing to compromise to make it happen.

No breakthrough in contract talks

Yet while fans awaited a contract extension announcement, it has now emerged that talks have stalled.

According to The Athletic, discussions focused on a wage rise rather than a contract extension. However, Trossard has so far declined the terms on offer, and the deal remains unsigned as he waits to see what the market brings. In early July, Trossard was reported to be stalling on signing due to wage demands, and it appears to still be a stumbling block.

On the surface, Arsenal’s logical play might be to offload the 30-year-old, whose current deal expires next summer.

Trossard (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Trossard still in the plans

But with Arteta viewing Trossard as part of his plans for next season, a sale looks unlikely.

The club may risk losing him for free, preferring to retain his goals and versatility, which proved vital at times last season.

And unless Arsenal sign a natural left-winger, letting Trossard go now would feel like a tactical misstep.

With Noni Madueke set to challenge both Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli for that flank, the Belgian’s adaptability could still make him a key figure even if it is his Emirates swansong.

On top of that, a World Cup year looms, and Trossard’s desire to play a prominent role for Belgium should fuel his performances regardless of whether he snubs the new deal or not.

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