Thursday, December 31, 2009

Arsenal seal Diaby deal extension

Abou Diaby
Diaby joined the Gunners in 2006 from French side Auxerre

Abou Diaby has signed a new long-term contract extension at Arsenal.

The 23-year-old France international midfielder, who signed a contract to the end of 2012 in January 2008, has made 117 appearances for the Gunners.

He scored twice in Arsenal's 4-1 win at Portsmouth on Wednesday evening to take his tally for the season to six.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger said: "Abou has a huge presence on the pitch and has the potential to be an influential part of Arsenal for many years."

Diaby, who joined the Gunners from Auxerre in January 2006, added: "This shows my long-term commitment to Arsenal and I am very happy here, which is why I am so pleased to extend my contract.

"It's a great thing for me and hopefully there will be some good years ahead for me here."

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