Leah Williamson, an Arsenal legend, is expected to prolong her 20-year tenure with her childhood team by signing a new deal. One of the most crucial players for the Gunners is the Lionesses captain, although her current contract was about to end in a few weeks. However, a source claims that Arsenal and their star defender are about to reach a new agreement.
Leah Williamson will extend her contract with Arsenal.
Because so many senior players were expected to become free agents this summer, there has been a lot of speculation about Arsenal’s first team this season, particularly since the start of the year. However, after signing a new contract for head coach Renee Slegers in January, the team has been steadily moving forward with extensions in recent weeks.
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Striker Stina Blackstenius got a new contract last week, captain Kim Little signed a new one-year contract in March, and defender Steph Catley’s terms were extended on Tuesday morning. Williamson is now poised to join the three in staying longer in north London; according to the Athletic, the England international is also planning to do so.
Why Williamson’s contract extension is crucial for Arsenal
For Arsenal, completing this business is crucial. Although Williamson hasn’t played a major role in the Gunners’ season thus far, it’s mostly because to injury. The defender was out until December after suffering a knee injury while leading England to victory at the European Championships last summer. She only recently recovered from a hamstring issue after developing a calf ailment in January.
