Arsenal offer new contract to Chloe Kelly amid happy loan spell for Lionesses winger | OneFootball

Kelly is out of contract at Man City next month but is wanted by Arsenal on a permanent deal

Arsenal are in talks with Chloe Kelly over a deal to keep the Lionesses winger at the club.

The 27-year-old has been a huge hit for Arsenal and she scored two goals in 13 appearances during her loan spell.

Kelly played a key role in Arsenal’s run to winning the Women’s Champions League and she started last month’s final in Lisbon.

Arsenal confirmed on Wednesday afternoon that Amanda Ilestedt, Lina Hurtig and Teyah Goldie would be leaving the club.

But the Gunners also announced that they remain in talks with Kelly over a contract for her.

“Discussions are ongoing, and once matters are finalised between all parties, we will communicate in due course,” Arsenal said.

Kelly has enjoyed her time at Arsenal and hinted after last month’s Champions League final win over Barcelona that she wanted to stay.

“I said I was coming to this club to find happiness with football and I have a medal round my neck,” she told the BBC.

Chloe Kelly with the Women’s Champions League trophy following Arsenal’s win over Barcelona in the final

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“Every day that I come into the club I’m smiling. They put the smile back on my face so I will forever be grateful for that.

“I took a step to try and make things better for myself and I’m grateful for the people around me that supported me to take that step. This one is for everyone that helped me do that.

“Who knows [what will happen]. I just know I have given my all for the club and the club has given their all for me, so I’m always grateful.”