Mikel Arteta Gives Update on Arsenal Star's Future With Contract Expiring

Bukayo Saka's Arsenal Future in Doubt as Contract Nears End

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the future of Bukayo Saka, whose contract with the club is set to expire in 2024. Speaking to the media, Arteta expressed his desire to keep Saka at the club but acknowledged that the decision ultimately lies with the player.

Saka, 21, has emerged as one of Arsenal's most important players in recent years and has been linked with a move to several top European clubs, including Manchester City and Real Madrid. His current contract with Arsenal is worth around £70,000 per week, but it is believed that he is seeking a significant increase in wages.

Arteta: "We Want to Keep Saka"

Arteta said: "We are doing everything we can to keep Bukayo at the club. He is a special player and we believe he can be a key part of our future. We have offered him a new contract and we are waiting for him to make a decision."

However, Arteta also admitted that Saka's future is ultimately in his own hands. "He is a young player and he has a lot of options," Arteta said. "We can't force him to stay if he doesn't want to."