This archive report was first published on 24 June 2020.
Published on June 24, 2020, Arsenal centre-back David Luiz has agreed a new one-year deal with the north London club.
Luiz, 33, was due to expire on June 30, having joined the Gunners last summer from Chelsea on an initial 12-month deal.
His new agreement comes despite heavy criticism following his display against Manchester City last week, when he was at fault for two goals and was sent off.
Technical director Edu praised Luiz, saying: “David is a really important player for us. He has played most of our matches this season and has been important for the team. His passing, his communication with the team on and off the pitch. He helps everyone.”
Additionally, Arsenal have moved to make the temporary moves of fellow defenders Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares into permanent arrangements, while midfielder Dani Ceballos’ loan from Real Madrid has been extended until the end of the 2019-20 season.
Mari and Cedric will join on “long-term” deals from Flamengo and Southampton, respectively, with the moves – subject to the completion of regulatory processes – set to be sealed when the transfer window opens next month.
