Alessia Russo signs new long-term contract with Arsenal

Alessia Russo has signed a new long term contract with Arsenal, the club announced on Friday, committing the England forward to the north London side as they prepare to open their Women’s Super League campaign at the Emirates Stadium this weekend. The 26 year old joined Arsenal from Manchester United in July 2023 and has since become a central figure for club and country, helping drive a run of domestic and European success.

Arsenal did not disclose the length of the deal. Club statements noted that Russo’s previous contract was due to expire in 2026. Russo said Arsenal feels like home and that playing for the club has pushed her to develop and grow as a player. I am so proud of everything we have achieved together as a club, with our supporters driving us forward, she added, while stressing she remains hungry for more success.

Russo has scored 36 goals in 72 appearances for Arsenal across all competitions since her arrival, averaging roughly a goal every two games. Last season she netted 12 goals in 21 WSL appearances to share the Golden Boot with Manchester City’s Khadija Shaw and finished the campaign with 20 goals in 41 matches in all competitions. She also played a pivotal...