Arsenal will tie Rosicky to new deal at Emirates

Arsenal have been locked in discussions with Czech Republic international Tomas Rosicky's representatives for over two months regarding a fresh deal for the former Borussia Dortmund midfielder. We understand that yesterday a new contract has been agreed in principle.

The Gunners have offered Rosicky an 18 month deal that could see him stay at the Emirates Stadium until the end of the 2012/2013 season. Rosicky will earn the same amount of money, but for an extended period.


The midfielder has, by all accounts, failed to show the same form that made him hugely popular during his time in Germany with Borussia Dortmund; partially because the unfortunate midfielder has sustained several injuries during his time with Arsenal.


However, Arsenal manager Wenger has always considered Rosicky an important member of his squad, and his offer of a new contract has shown just how much faith he has in the player.


Last week, Rosicky's representative Pavel Paska admitted that a deal could be agreed sometime during mid-February: “It was a good discussion, like it always is with Mr Wenger. We have outlined our ideas and Arsenal their ideas. We have exchanged some pieces of information and agreed on making the final decision on 15th February.


“I would not like to speculate but people at Arsenal have hinted that they would be interested in Tomas carrying on there."


However, it appears that a deal will be confirmed sooner than that as the player is desperate to stay in London.