After extending Mohamed Elneny’s contract, Arsenal are also reportedly in conversations with Granit Xhaka over a new deal, according to a report.

Sean Walsh and Graeme Bailey report for 90min that Granit Xhaka is keen to extend his stay with Arsenal, and talks have already taken place over a potential new deal.

As it stands, Xhaka reportedly has a deal with Arsenal to 2024 with an option to extend to 2025.

But there’s a willingness from both sides to agree on a new deal, and Mikel Arteta has given his seal of approval to an extension for the player.

With Arsenal extending Mohamed Elneny’s contract earlier this week, the Gunners look to be tying down a few of the more experienced heads in the squad as their youthful rebuild continues.

There’s often an argument that you need both elements to make a successful team in the long term, with the experienced players picking up the slack when the up-and-coming stars go through inevitable dips in form.

Xhaka has made 31 appearances for Arsenal this season, helping Mikel Arteta’s side to the top of the Premier League table and the top of their Europa League group. He’s started 27 matches in those two competitions alone.

Arsenal appear to be chasing new midfield signings in the summer, with Declan Rice the priority and an apparent continuing interest in Brighton’s Moises Caicedo.

But as the years continue to go by and midfielders and managers come and go, Xhaka continues to play a key role for Arsenal seven seasons after signing.

You wouldn’t rule out an extension and a significant role for the 30-year-old again next year.