Mikel Arteta, Arsenal and Trossard
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Explaining why Arsenal went ahead with Trossard's revamped contract, and the implications for the rest of their transfer business.
Trossard joined Arsenal in a cut-price deal back in January 2023, adding to their squad depth - and although he failed to nail down a starting spot, he's been increasingly important to them as time has gone on, notching 17 goals in 46 games in the 2023/24 campaign, including 12 in the Premier League.
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Trossard has reached an agreement on a contract adjustment, increasing his salary but not extending the deal beyond its previous expiration.
In an unusual step, the Gunners have increased the Belgian’s wages without trying him down to a longer contract 🤔
Talks over a new deal have been ongoing for some time amid links with clubs abroad. The result sees Trossard get a pay raise after signing for the Gunners in January 2023 from Brighton and Hove Albion. Since then, the Belgian has established himself in the squad as a valued member, though one that has seen his usage vary over time.
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