Since breaking into the first team last season, Lewis-Skelly has made a significant impact, making 39 appearances in all competitions. He became the youngest player to score on his England debut in their 2-0 win over Albania in March, following consistently good performances for Arsenal in both the Premier League and the Champions League.
When speaking to the club, Lewis-Skelly expressed his happiness and pride at signing the new contract. He mentioned that it is a dream come true to extend his future with Arsenal, a club he admires.
“I’m very proud and happy. I know these words are simple, but they accurately describe how I feel about signing with this club. I’m a fan and it’s a dream come true,” he said.
He also stressed the importance of staying humble and being a good person, values that he believes are essential to his growth as a player. Lewis-Skelly is committed to learning and improving, aiming to become a top young defender in the league.
Throughout the season, he has demonstrated his skills and potential, dribbling past opponents only once in the Premier League and performing well against top teams like Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain in Europe.
Now that he has signed a long-term contract, fans can look forward to seeing Lewis-Skelly grow and develop into a top player, bringing success and trophies to the club.