Arsenal have reportedly secured the long-term future of highly-rated midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly, with the teenager signing a new contract that will keep him at the Emirates until 2026.
The 18-year-old, who had attracted serious interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid, opted to stay in North London, delivering a major boost to manager Mikel Arteta and the club’s future ambitions.
According to sources from Charleswatts.football, the deal was finalized this week under the stewardship of Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta, with an official club announcement expected imminently.
Lewis-Skelly had been entering the final year of his previous contract, and the new agreement ends mounting speculation over a possible summer exit. Real Madrid had been monitoring the England U21 international closely, especially after his impressive Champions League displays, including a standout performance against the Spanish club itself.
The midfielder, who broke into Arteta’s first team last season, has also demonstrated versatility, regularly featuring as a left-back, where he became the manager’s preferred option during a crucial run of fixtures.
His star continues to rise on the international stage as well. In March, Lewis-Skelly became the youngest player to score on his England debut, finding the net against Albania in a commanding performance.
The new contract extension is part of a broader effort by Arsenal to secure the futures of their young core. Gabriel Magalhães recently renewed his deal, while negotiations are ongoing with Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, Leandro Trossard, and Ethan Nwaneri.
For Arsenal fans, Lewis-Skelly’s decision to commit his future to the Gunners signals a deepening of Arteta’s long-term project and a show of loyalty from one of the club’s brightest prospects.
