Arsenal frustrate Aston Villa and Galatasaray after increasing Leandro Trossard’s salary
Arsenal have ended speculation over Leandro Trossard’s future by rewarding the Belgian forward with an improved contract, shutting down interest from Aston Villa, Galatasaray, Borussia Dortmund, and Brentford.
Trossard Secures Salary Increase
According to Gunner Blog, the club’s board decided to raise Trossard’s wages, ensuring he stays at the Emirates. Although the exact figure wasn’t disclosed, the 30-year-old will now earn more than £4.68 million (R$34 million) per season.
Manager Mikel Arteta and Arsenal’s hierarchy view Trossard as a key figure in the squad, especially after his 20 goal contributions last season. The club stressed that his experience and consistency make him irreplaceable in their plans.
Mentoring Role for Arsenal’s Young Attackers
Arsenal’s squad is stacked with youthful attacking talent, and Trossard is expected to play a vital role not just on the pitch but also in mentoring emerging stars.
- Ethan Nwaneri, who recently signed a new four-year deal, will benefit from Trossard’s guidance as he transitions from attacking midfield to the wings.
- Reiss Nelson, back from a loan spell at Fulham, is also set to learn from the Belgian’s experience in training.
Arteta’s plan is to make Trossard the senior leader in the frontline, balancing Arsenal’s mix of youth and experience.
What’s Next for Arsenal
The Gunners opened their Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win over Manchester United, a match overshadowed by Viktor Gyökeres’ underwhelming debut. Arsenal now turn their attention to their next fixture: Leeds United on Saturday (23), at 1:30 pm Brasília time.
