Eddie Nketiah has explained how Mikel Arteta left him no choice but to sign a new deal at the Emirates Stadium, despite Arsenal's ongoing pursuit to sign Gabriel Jesus. The Hale End graduate, who once looked destined to leave the Gunners this summer, has penned a new five-year deal at the club following a spritely conclusion to the season.
The 23-year-old impressed late into the campaign, finding a flurry of goals after a succession of Premier League starts. Nketiah made 21 league appearances, scoring five goals and assisting once; he quickly grew into a pivotal figure in the Arsenal side, leaving Edu no choice but to offer the striker a new deal.
Speaking to the Telegraph, Nketiah said: "Everyone knows how much I love Arsenal. I have come through the academy, I have the attachment with the club. The manager was very supportive and pushed a lot for me to stay.
