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The club captain had entered the last 12 months of his previous contract and only offered a timid response to questions about his future following Community Shield’s win over Liverpool earlier this month.
But the 31-year-old has finally ended months of speculation by nailing his colors to the Gunners’ mast and will continue to play a leading role in the rebuilding work currently being carried out by head coach Mikel Arteta.
‘I’m so happy a little nervous for so many people here. people were asking me to sign a date and it was finally done, ” Aubameyang said.
‘I’m so happy to stay here, this is my home. As you know, I am very happy here. This is a good day. I hope you enjoy your day.
“I signed an appointment because I wanted to become an Arsenal legend and leave a legacy. It’s time to work hard to become a legend, but I’m sure I will work hard and do my best. ‘
Despite Arsenal’s struggles last season, Aubaeyang enjoyed another stellar individual campaign, scoring 29 goals in all competitions and inherited the bracelet from Granit Xhaka after the Swiss international was demoted after an altercation with his own fans during a match against Crystal Palace last October.
Aubameyang, who was on the scoreboard during his team’s opening day 3-0 win over Fulham, joined Arsenal from Borussia Dortmund in January 2018 in what was then a club record of € 56 million. pounds.
Overall, the prolific forward has scored 79 goals in 111 appearances across all competitions and has cemented his status as one of the most prolific forwards in European football.
Chelsea, Barcelona and Juventus were reported to have shown interest in signing the former Saint-Etienne star, but the remaining peak years of his career will now be played out in North London.
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