Leah Williamson has put pen to paper on a new deal at Arsenal, extending her 19-year stay with the Gunners.
The England defender, who was eight years old when she had her first trial at the club, has agreed fresh terms with the Women s Super League side.
Williamson returned to action in February following a lengthy lay-off with an anterior cruciate ligament injury, which forced her to miss the Lionesses run to the 2023 Women s World Cup final.
The 27-year-old, who skippered England to Euro 2022 glory, has made 232 appearances for Arsenal, winning the Women s Super League as well as the FA Cup and League Cup on two occasions.
Everyone knows what Arsenal means to me, but I think every time I sign a new contract, I feel that love ignite all over again, she told the club s official website.
I m very happy to be staying. This is a place where I can still continue to grow, develop and be challenged. As a group, we re all very focused on bringing more silverware to this club and I can t wait to get started again when the new season comes around.
Arsenal. It s in her blood.
— Arsenal Women (@ArsenalWFC)
Leah is an essential part of our team, so we re delighted she has signed a new contract with us, Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall added. She brings us so much on and off the pitch leadership, accountability and commitment.
Leah has a special bond with Arsenal, and I m looking forward to continuing to work together to bring more success to this great club.
Clare Wheatley, the club s director of women s football, said: Leah s connection with Arsenal runs so deep. I can remember her as a girl in our academy many years ago, and I m so proud of the determined, passionate woman she has become.
We re thrilled that Leah has signed a new deal here, and I know our supporters will join me in congratulating her today.
