Arsenal’s Reiss Nelson has rejected the offer made by the Gunners for a new contract, putting his future at the club in doubt heading into the summer transfer window with the 23-year-old winger’s current deal is set to expire at the end of the season.
Nelson has been a fringe player in Mikel Arteta’s squad this season, making only nine appearances in the Premier League, which totals just 141 minutes of game time. With the winger approaching his mid-20s, it’s likely he wants more regular playing time than what he has received at Arsenal.
While Arteta reportedly wants Nelson to stay at the club, the decision to accept the new contract offer now lies with the player. Despite his limited game time this season, Nelson has contributed three goals and two assists in the Premier League, including a crucial last-minute winner against Bournemouth in April.
It remains to be seen where Nelson’s future lies beyond the end of the current campaign, but with an offer still on the table at Arsenal, he has a decision to make. The Gunners will be hoping to retain his services, but Nelson may be enticed by the prospect of more regular playing time elsewhere.
This news comes as Arsenal looks to rebuild and strengthen their squad for next season, with Arteta reportedly planning a major overhaul of the team. While Nelson has shown promise during his time at the Emirates, it remains to be seen whether he fits into Arteta’s plans for the future of the club.
Nelson was part of Arsenal’s youth academy and has made a total of 48 appearances for the Gunners since his debut in 2017. The winger has also represented the England national team at various youth levels, including the under-21s. Despite his limited playing time this season, Nelson has shown flashes of his potential, and he could prove to be a valuable asset for any team willing to offer him more regular playing time.
