Arsenal Defender, Rob Holding Signs a New Three-year Contract Until 2024 With the Option of a Further Season

Arsenal defender, Rob Holding has signed a new three-year contract with the option for a further year following an impressive 12 months at the Premier League club.

The English professional footballer who plays as a center-back has played 18 times in all competitions for the club this season.

On signing the new three-year deal, coach Arteta told the club’s official website: ‘Since I started as manager, I have been hugely impressed with Rob’s contribution to the club and the dressing room, on and off the pitch.

‘We are all very happy that Rob has signed a new contract, he is very popular with all the players and staff and we’re looking forward to watching him continue to grow with us in the coming years.’

Technical director Edu also praised Holding. He said: ‘He is 25-years-old so is still coming into the peak of his career and we are delighted that he’ll be with us during these important years.’

Since joining Arsenal from Bolton Wanderers in 2016 Holding has made 96 appearances for the Gunners. He played for Arsenal in the 2017 and 2020 FA Cup finals, helping his side to beat Chelsea on both occasions.