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The Arsenal and Mexico striker Carlos Vela has signed a new contract at the Emirates and becomes the eleventh player to re-sign since the end of last season.

The youngster has been on the fringes of the first team this season, and will get even more chances now that injuries have ravaged Arsene Wengers attacking force.

Vela has made 20 first team appearances for the Gunners, but as he is still only 20 years old, he will have many more years to add to that tally. Arsene Wenger was very pleased to announce the news.

“We’re delighted that Carlos Vela has signed a new long-term contract with the Club. Carlos is a fantastic talent and we have already seen glimpses of this during his performances.” he said.

“Let’s remember, he is still only 20 years-old, so there is still a huge amount to come from this boy. We have invested a lot of time in Carlos, as we put him in Spain for two years to get some good experience. Now he’s back with us, we’re working hard with him every day and he is a very exciting player. We’re looking forward to seeing Carlos score many goals in an Arsenal shirt for a long time to come.”

Vela himself was more than happy with his new contract, which i am sure included a hefty pay rise!

He said: “I’m very happy to sign a new contract and I’m very excited to be spending more years with Arsenal Football Club. I just want to work hard and help this great Club win trophies. I want to stay here for a long time and it’s a great responsibility. I will keep working hard to show the Boss and all the fans why I’m here.”

Eduardo, Sanchez Watt, Alex Song, Nicklas Bendtner, Denilson, Robin Van Persie, Theo Walcott, Lukasz Fabianski, Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere are the other ten of the squad that have signed extensions, but there is still a deafening silence regarding Fran Merida, who again played well in last night’s match at Olympiakos.