Leah Williamson Reaffirms Arsenal Loyalty with New Contract and Eyes Future Glory
May 29, 2024![Leah Williamson Reaffirms Arsenal Loyalty with New Contract and Eyes Future Glory](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/a1adaf9ffd9e3bd45ec96e44dc0558459af9f670de3567bbcd2d348920a91e10ff060adee9f10414488baf0b655b131b9f9ee724f38b5f26d88efcd5a6c2c5cf.jpg)
Leah Williamson, England captain and Arsenal defender, has renewed her contract with the club after nearly two decades.
Williamson's return from a recent ACL injury in February is promising for the upcoming season.
Head coach Eidevall and Director of Women's Football Wheatley commend Williamson's leadership.
Williamson influences rising talents like Bukayo Saka and emphasizes the potential for academy graduates to shape the club's future.
Her decision to stay at Arsenal is driven by her love for the competitive environment, growth opportunities, and strong relationships within the team.
Arsenal aims for more silverware by securing key players like Williamson, as shown in recent contract extensions such as Stina Blackstenius'.
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The Guardian • May 27, 2024
‘I feel that love’: England captain Leah Williamson signs new Arsenal contract![Leah Williamson: England captain signs 'multi-year' contract with Arsenal](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/ca24b7b17d9994bebd4264cb50b1965a9230d90626ffc080824347f13327ed847206c68e06f7a15ae7941dd4aa01c95090076526bb267ab09b52054bd736f7c5.jpg)
BBC Sport • May 27, 2024
Leah Williamson: England captain signs 'multi-year' contract with Arsenal![England captain Leah Williamson "feels love ignite" with new Arsenal contract](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/46ada7bae7759424f1ce6d92af4cf7bd16e90dc9719970354d995e28bf093ee4a2b15093a0496d6418c16e88a2ac0730e9eec9400df3a325627ddbdeb72e73de.png)
The Mirror • May 27, 2024
England captain Leah Williamson "feels love ignite" with new Arsenal contract![Leah Williamson: Arsenal and England defender signs new Gunners deal](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/125e27c812b5b3c7b91fe6d807d9e2965b8de569a2d2276f7f73ccad97f7b97a96fff0c3e225a00570a346096cec470bcc9f81d1624f6749445ea992bcc5b1d7.jpg)
Sky Sports • May 27, 2024
Leah Williamson: Arsenal and England defender signs new Gunners deal