Arsenal extended the contract of Myles Lewis-Skelly (18) on Thursday until the summer of 2030. The eighteen-year-old midfielder and left-back, who has been part of the club since a young age, is seeing his dream come true with this long-term deal.
Arsenal have officially tied down one of their brightest young talents, Myles Lewis-Skelly, to a new long-term contract that will keep him at the Emirates until the summer of 2030.
The highly rated 18-year-old, who can operate both as a midfielder and a left-back, is viewed as a cornerstone of Arsenal’s future and the club’s decision to offer him a lengthy extension reflects their belief in his development, maturity, and long-term potential.
The deal comes amid growing interest from some of Europe’s elite clubs. Real Madrid had recently been linked with a possible move for Lewis-Skelly, with scouts reportedly impressed by his composure, versatility, and ability to dictate tempo despite his age. Arsenal, however, moved quickly to secure his future and ensure that one of their most promising academy graduates remains in North London.
Lewis-Skelly made his senior breakthrough last season and has already amassed 39 first-team appearances, an impressive feat for a teenager in one of the most competitive squads in English football. Whether starting matches or coming off the bench, he has shown a level of maturity and tactical awareness beyond his years. Mikel Arteta is known to value intelligence and adaptability in young players, and Lewis-Skelly fits that profile perfectly.
In an era where top English talent is often lured away by big money and prestige abroad, Arsenal’s ability to retain Lewis-Skelly is seen as a major statement of intent. Not only does it signal the club’s belief in youth development, but it also underlines their determination to build a squad that can challenge for domestic and European honours over the long term.
Speaking after signing the deal, Lewis-Skelly couldn’t hide his emotion. “I’m so proud and happy,” he told the club’s media channels. “I know those words sound simple, but they perfectly capture how I feel. I’ve been a fan of this club since I was a kid, and wearing this shirt is something I’ve always dreamed of. Signing this new contract truly feels like that dream becoming a reality.”
He went on to outline his ambitions with clarity and confidence: “I want to leave a legacy here. I want to win everything there is to win in football Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup you name it. I want to lift trophies on the biggest stages, and I want to do it with Arsenal. That’s the goal.”
“I’ll always be someone who keeps learning,” he added. “No matter how far I go, I’ll stay grounded and work hard every day. That’s incredibly important to me, and it’s what got me here.”
Myles Lewis-Skelly’s journey is a reflection of the values Arsenal have long stood for: nurturing homegrown talent, giving young players real opportunities, and building a team with identity and purpose. Having joined the club’s academy at a young age, he has progressed through every level of the system, becoming a leader in the U18 and U21 sides before breaking into the senior squad.
The midfielder’s blend of technical skill, positional intelligence, and fearless attitude has earned praise from both coaches and fans. Whether playing as a deep-lying playmaker, a box-to-box engine, or even covering as a left-back, his versatility gives Arteta valuable tactical flexibility.
With experienced midfielders like Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, and Thomas Partey around him, Lewis-Skelly is in an ideal environment to learn and evolve. He’s already shown he can hold his own among Arsenal’s first-team regulars, and this new contract is likely to come with increased responsibilities and expectations.
As Arsenal continue to compete at the top end of the Premier League and in Europe, the emergence of talents like Lewis-Skelly is crucial not just for squad depth, but for sustaining a competitive identity built from within. The club's investment in youth has paid off in the past with players like Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe, and fans will be hoping Lewis-Skelly is the next in line to become a homegrown hero.
With his future now secured, all eyes will be on Myles Lewis-Skelly’s next steps. But one thing is certain: at just 18, his journey is only beginning and Arsenal are determined to make him part of their story for years to come.
