Arsenal are set to reward 18-year-old defender/midfielder Myles Lewis‑Skelly with a significant long-term contract, ensuring the club retains one of its standout academy prospects. Discussions have been underway since earlier this year, with Arsenal aiming to finalize the deal ahead of next season .
Having signed his first professional contract in October 2023, Lewis‑Skelly's current deal runs until mid-2026. With his 18th birthday now passed, the club is in a position to offer an extended agreement—believed to span four to five years—to reflect his rising importance within Mikel Arteta’s plans .
Lewis‑Skelly has enjoyed an impressive debut campaign: 14 Premier League appearances, six starts, and three Champions League outings, notably featuring in the victory over Monaco . Arteta has shown strong faith in him, positioning him as first-choice left-back ahead of more experienced players such as Zinchenko and Tierney .
Originally developed as a central midfielder, Lewis‑Skelly’s adaptability has been a highlight. Arteta praised his intelligence and versatility, stating the teenager could flourish as either a defensive midfielder or left-back depending on team needs .
On the international stage, he debuted for England’s senior side in March 2025, scoring on his first appearance in a 2‑0 World Cup qualifier win against Albania and claiming Man of the Match honours .
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