Arsenal have extended young midfielder Charlie Patino’s contract until 2025 amid widespread interest in the 19-year-old.
Patiño’s contract was due to expire at the end of the season, and after an impressive season on loan at Blackpool, Arsenal will have been desperate not to lose him on a free transfer.
Patiño made his competitive debut for Arsenal last season in a 5-1 win over Sunderland. The 19-year-old capped a dream day in his career by scoring the final goal of the match.
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Now, GOAL have confirmed that Arsenal have exercised the option to extend Patino’s contract until 2025. The report claims that Arsenal were willing to extend his current contract to avoid widespread interest from other clubs.
With Arsenal using the option to extend Patino’s contract, the young midfielder will not be offered new terms. However, the report claims that Arsenal will now look to offer Patino a new long-term contract after ensuring he will be at the club at the end of the season.
After emerging through the academy system, it’s always difficult for young players to make the move to senior football, but after an impressive start to the season on loan at Blackpool, Patiño has shown that he is capable of playing against senior professionals.
