‘Arsenal must sell Leandro Trossard’ – fans explode after news breaks
Arsenal fans took their frustrations out on Leandro Trossard after Football Insider broke exclusive news on future at the club.
Trossard is set to enter the final 12 months of his current deal next month, sparking speculation over whether he’ll remain at the Emirates beyond this summer.
Clubs in Saudi Arabia expressed interest in the Belgian last summer, with Football Insider revealing that Al-Ittihad submitted a £30 million bid for Trossard shortly after the English transfer window had closed.
Arsenal opted to keep hold of the forward at the time, likely due to concerns about squad depth as they pushed on multiple fronts. However, clubs in the Saudi Pro League are keen to reignite their pursuit in Trossard in the upcoming window.
With the Gunners expected to enter the market for a new winger, this summer could have been viewed as a suitable moment to cash in. But a new development appears to suggest otherwise, offering fans clarity on his future.
Arsenal set to hand Leandro Trossard new long-term deal
Football Insider exclusively revealed on Saturday that Arsenal are in “advanced talks” with Trossard over a new four-year contract running until 2029.
The club see the Belgian as a key player in the long-term and have been impressed by his match-winning ability and versatility across the front line.
Since arriving in 2023, the forward has largely operated as a rotational option—deployed either on the left wing or as a false nine. The 30-year-old has featured often this season, making 53 appearances in total, including 26 starts in the league and 10 goals and eight assists to his name.
However, Trossard’s performances have drawn criticism from Arsenal fans, particularly during a season where the attack has lacked consistency and end product.
| Season statistics | Leandro Trossard |
| Appearances | 53 |
| Goals | 10 |
| Assists | 8 |
Arsenal fans call for Leandro Trossard sale amid contract talks
With Arsenal expected to bring in a new forward this summer, partly due to the inconsistent displays of both Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli, many fans had assumed the Belgian might be moved on, especially with continued interest from Saudi clubs.
Now, news of a potential contract extension has frustrated some sections of the fanbase, who fear it could impact the club’s willingness to sign a new winger.
One supporter wrote: “Get rid. He’s rubbish and old…” while another added: “Why’s man doing this? Sell please!”