Nacho Monreal pens new long-term Arsenal contract

Left-back Nacho Monreal has signed a new long-term contract with Premier League leaders Arsenal.

The North London side have not disclosed the length of the new contract, but his previous deal was due to expire in 18 months' time at the end of next season.

Speaking to the Gunners' website about extending his stay at the Emirates, Monreal said: "I have a good relationship with my teammates and we keep improving year after year. I wanted to stay here and I could extend my contract. I would like to play here for many more years.

"The trust of the Arsenal fans is really important for us because they are helping us in every moment as we are fighting to win the Premier League.

"I met the boss (Arsene Wenger) three years ago and I have a really good relationship with him and I'm really happy with him. For these reasons I extended my contract."

Monreal joined Arsenal from Malaga three years ago and has gone on to make 115 appearances in all competitions.