Arsenal Face Contract Challenge Amid Chelsea Interest in Rising Star

Ethan Nwaneri’s future at Arsenal remains uncertain as the club continues contract negotiations with the highly-rated youngster and his representatives at Unique Sports Group—the same agency that represents several Chelsea players.

Chelsea have been linked with an interest in Nwaneri, adding intrigue to the ongoing talks. Arsenal, meanwhile, are working hard to tie down their emerging talent, with discussions around a new deal still in progress.

Arsenal’s recent contract activities have kept their recruitment department busy this summer. The club has already secured new deals for Gabriel Magalhaes and Myles Lewis-Skelly, both of whom signed extensions in June. However, Nwaneri is not the only player in ongoing talks. Negotiations are also underway with Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, and William Saliba.

Among these players, Nwaneri and Trossard face the most immediate deadlines, as both see their contracts expire at the end of the upcoming season. In a separate development, Trossard recently parted ways with his agent, Josy Comhair, opting instead to join German-based DH Sports and Entertainment Group, signalling potential changes in his future plans.

Arsenal’s push to retain Nwaneri comes amid growing external interest, with Chelsea closely monitoring the situation. The coming weeks could prove crucial in determining whether Arsenal can secure the teenager’s long-term future or risk losing him to a domestic rival.

The Mirror reports that Trossard’s split with his former agent was amicable and mutual, further adding to the evolving contract landscape at the Emirates.