Arsenal have confirmed that striker Reiss Nelson has signed a new four-year deal, with the option for a year extension.
Nelson’s previous contract expired on the 30th of June, 2023, but following roundtable discussions, he has agreed a new deal which runs until 2027.
He will reportedly receive a massive pay rise on his current salary at Arsenal, which is estimated to be about £60,000 weekly.
The 23-year-old joined the North London side at the age of 8 and he has made 66 appearances, scoring 7 goals and providing 7 assists for his boyhood club.
Nelson didn’t start any game for Arsenal during the 2022/23 season
Reiss Nelson made 11 substitute appearances for the Gunners last term across all competitions.
The Englishman netted 3 goals and provided 2 assists, with one of his goals being a late strike which gave Arsenal a 3-2 victory over Bournemouth on the 4th of March, 2023.
Nelson has had loan spells at TSG Hoffenheim and Feyenoord and he was impressive for both clubs.
The attacker has reportedly shunned interest from AC Milan and Brighton who were eyeing his signature.
Reiss Nelson has opted to remain with Arsenal and he expressed that he is “lost for words”, having penned a long-term deal with his boyhood club.
Reiss James on his new deal with Arsenal
He said: “I’m kind of lost for words. I’ve been here since I was eight, I’m 23 now. It’s been a hell of a journey & I’m just so happy.
“My family are Arsenal supporters, so that makes it even happier. I can’t wait to get started for the new season.”
Mikel Arteta also shared that the junior international of England is a player he has “admired” since he joined Arsenal.
“Reiss is a player I have admired since the first day I was here, he has tremendous ability and is such an exciting offensive talent.
“Reiss knows how important he is to our squad with the quality he has.”
Arteta also said it is “great” that Reiss Nelson is committing his future to the Gunners.
He said: “It’s great that Reiss has committed his future to us – he knows this club so well, he grew up here and we look forward to enjoying many more good moments with him.”
Excerpt from a statement posted on the club’s website regarding Reiss Nelson’s new contract reads:
“Since joining us at the age of just eight years old, Reiss has progressed through our Academy, playing a key part at all age categories throughout his development.
“Reiss’ senior debut was another memorable moment, as he picked up silverware coming on as a substitute in our 2017 FA Community Shield victory over Chelsea at Wembley Stadium.”
Reiss Nelson loan stats
During his loan spell in Germany with TSG Hoffenheim, the Englishman scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist in 29 appearances.
For Feyenoord, Reiss Nelson made 32 appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 7 assists.
He will be competing for places in the starting 11 alongside a star list of attackers, including Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus amongst many others.
Who is Reiss Nelson and when was he born?
He is an English professional footballer who plays as a winger for Arsenal.
Nelson was born on the 10th of December, 1999.
Reiss Nelson’s parents?
The junior England International’s mother is English, while his father is from Zimbabwe.
His father’s name is Reiss Luke Nelson while his mother’s name is unknown.
Reiss Nelson’s brother?
The name of his brother is Ricky, while the name of his sister is Tesse.
Nelson once revealed that his brother had a massive influence in him not indulging in drugs and gang violence, which could have derailed his life.
Where was Reiss Nelson born?
He was born in the Central London area of Elephant and Castle, England.
Reiss Nelson’s girlfriend?
His relationship status is unknown as he hasn’t revealed much about it to the public, but it is said that he is single.
Reiss Nelson and Jadon Sancho relationship?
The pair are best friends who lived in the same locality while growing up and they became friends after they played together in a youth competition.
Reiss Nelson’s net worth, salary and market value?
Reiss Nelson’s net worth is estimated to be within the region of £7 million – £10 million.
He is set to receive an upgrade on his £60,000 weekly salary at Arsenal and According to Transfermkt, his market value is €12,000,000.
Reiss Nelson’s jersey number at Arsenal?
He wears jersey number 24 at Arsenal.
