Clichy signs new long-term contract with Arsenal


Arsenal Football Club is delighted to announce that Gael Clichy has signed a new long-term contract with the Club.


Since joining Arsenal from AS Cannes in August 2003, Clichy (22), has become a first team regular, and has now made 146 appearances for the Club.


Left back Clichy, who became the youngest ever winner of a Premier League champion’s medal in 2004, made the most Arsenal first team appearances of any player in the 2007/08 season, featuring in 49 of the Club’s 58 matches in all competitions.


Gael’s performances last season also earned him great acknowledgement from his fellow professionals, as he was voted into the PFA Team of the Year.


Everyone at the Club is looking forward to Gael’s continued contribution in the forthcoming years.