Alessia Russo commits future to Arsenal with new long-term contract. In a huge fillip for Arsenal WSL ambitions, striker Alessia Russo has signed a long-term extension with the club. The announcement was made a day before the WSL opener between Arsenal and London City Lionesses at the Emirates. This added to the excitement of attacks for the coming seasons.
A Transformative Impact Since Arrival
Alessia Russo has been a change-maker since his switch to Arsenal from Man United in July 2023. She’s got 36 strikes in 72 innings. Aside from that, she’d been instrumental in Arsenal’s League Cup and Champions League victories in 2024 and May 2025, respectively. She took home the WSL Golden Boot with Man City’s Khadija Shaw after scoring 12 league goals last season.
Individual Accolades and Global Recognition
Russo became more popular by virtue of exceptional form. She featured amongst the finalists for the 2025 Ballon d’Or and the Football Writers’ Association Woman’s Footballer of the Year award. She reached the PFA Team of the Year and the UEFA Champions League Team of the Year.
“Arsenal Feels Like Home,” Says Russo
Expressing her delight, Russo stated, “Arsenal feels like home. This is such a special club, and it has felt that way to me from the moment I joined two years ago. Playing for Arsenal is an honour and has pushed me to develop and grow as a player”. She emphasized her hunger for more success, a sentiment echoed by the club’s management.
Manager Praises All-Around Contribution
Arsenal manager Renée Slegers praised Russo’s all-around impact: “As a striker, Alessia’s goals often take the spotlight – but she brings so much more to our group. She’s a selfless player, working so hard for the team, and she also contributes so much to our team culture”.
A Statement of Intent for Future Success
The new deal shows that Arsenal are serious about keeping top-quality players while seeking to be successful in England and in Europe. With Russo’s future secured now, the Gunners can get moving on building this success with the WSL season kicking off soon.
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