Mohamed Elneny signs new Arsenal contract after career turnaround as Arteta tells young stars to learn from midfielder

MOHAMED ELNENY has signed a new contract with Arsenal.

The midfielder was poised to become a free agent when his deal at the Emirates expires next month.

But the Gunners have tied down Elneny to a new deal, though the terms are "subject to the completion of regulatory processes".

Elneny, 29, said: "I love this club and I feel like part of this family.

"I want to continue at this amazing club and amazing family and I’m very happy and very excited for the future."

Elneny hardly featured under previous manager Unai Emery, which led to a loan to Besiktas in 2019.

And he initially struggled under Mikel Arteta as well when the Spaniard replaced Emery.

But Elneny has enjoyed a recent resurgence and is now emerged as a key member of the Gunners squad.

The Egyptian has shone in the absence of injured Thomas Partey and has been rewarded with a new deal.

And his career turnaround was hailed by manager Arteta.

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He said: “Mo is a really important part of the team.

"He brings endless energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the team and is loved by everyone.

"He's an important player for us on and off the pitch, a real role model to our younger players and I'm delighted he's staying."