Wenger extends Arsenal stay

(GSM) – Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has signed a three-year extension to his contract, therefore pledging his future to the Emirates club.

“My heart belongs to Arsenal and my desire is to see this team win silverware,” Wenger told Arsenal’s website.

“My commitment and drive are as strong and fresh as ever.

“I feel my personal position is that I am as motivated as ever, if not more. I have the trust from my board and hopefully of the fans as well and also from the players,” added the 60-year-old manager.

Wenger, who is to embark on his 15th season in charge at Arsenal, has won three Premier League titles.

However, he has come under increased pressure after five consecutive seasons without winning any silverware.

“I feel that we have not won for a few years now and it is important to get back to winning trophies because we have gone for a certain policy.

“We maintained the club at the top level but we want to get to the next step, to win trophies and to win the title and the Champions League of course.”

Arsenal begin their Premier League campaign on Sunday when they visit Champions League hopefuls Liverpool.