Eduardo signs new Arsenal deal

Croatia striker Eduardo has signed a new “long-term” contract with Arsenal after making a successful comeback from a horrific injury which sidelined him for almost a year, the club announced.

The Brazilian-born forward broke his leg and dislocated his ankle in February 2008 but has this year re-established himself as a first-team regular at the Emirates.

Arsenal did not disclose the length of the deal, which was welcomed by Gunners boss Arsene Wenger.

“Eduardo is a special player with huge talent and natural goalscoring ability, and we’re all so happy that he has committed his future to Arsenal Football Club,” Wenger said.

“We have also seen in his comeback from injury, Eduardo is a human being full of courage, bravery and commitment.

“His full recovery from this injury is a testament to Eduardo’s character. We all look forward to enjoying Eduardo’s performances in an Arsenal shirt for a long time to come.”

Eduardo, who will be heavily relied upon by Wenger in the coming weeks with Robin van Persie and Nicklas Bendtner sidelined by injury, said he feels fitter than ever.

“I’m very happy and I hope to stay at Arsenal for as long as I can,” the 26-year-old said.

“This period is good for me now. I feel strong in my body and I feel ready to play 90 minutes every three days if it’s needed.

“I went to Croatia last week and everybody was telling me Arsenal play the best football in Europe at the moment. I agree with that.

“We feel we are strong now this season and we’re all going to give everything to win trophies.”