“He’s in a good position” – Dharmesh Sheth drops intriguing Arsenal verdict on barely-seen ace
Arsenal star is ‘in a good position’ over his future and does not need to rush into signing a new contract at the Emirates Stadium, according to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth.
The winger returned to north London during the summer, having spent last season on loan with Dutch side Feyenoord, but there are doubts over his long-term future.
What’s the latest news involving Nelson?
Nelson made his first Premier League appearance of the season last weekend, bagging a brace of goals and notching an assist after coming on as a substitute in the 5-0 win over Nottingham Forest.
According to the Mirror, the academy graduate now wants to commit his future to the club by signing a new contract.
The report suggests Nelson, a 12-cap England under-21 international, has no intention of moving onto pastures new due to developing a ‘very strong bond and love for the club’.
But time is running out for the wide-man to earn a new contract with Mikel Arteta’s side, who have made a flying start to the season.
That is because Nelson is set to enter the final six months of his £38,000-per-week deal at the turn of the year.
What has Dharmesh Sheth said about Nelson?
Sheth believes Nelson is in a strong position because he can bide his time before deciding where his long-term future lies.
The Sky Sports reporter feels there is a possibility that the 22-year-old will leave Arsenal if he is not given regular game-time.
Sheth told GIVEMESPORT: “It’ll be really, really interesting to see what happens in the next few months – whether talks are underway, whether he actually wants to stay, whether he actually sees his long-term future at Arsenal or whether he’s just going to see out the season and then weigh up all of his options.
He’s in a good position because he can just wait. He doesn’t have to sign anything just now and he can see for the remainder of the season whether he’s going to get these opportunities.
“If he is, then he’s got a decision to make. If he isn’t, then he’s none the wiser than he was before and he could just say, ‘it’s actually not for me, I’m going to leave on a free transfer’.”
Does Nelson deserve a new contract?
Nelson has made more than 50 appearances for Arsenal and the club should make tying him down to fresh terms a priority.
His performance against Nottingham Forest emphasised his quality, with his 8.7 match rating meaning he was the best player on the pitch.
Nelson has also shown that he is not afraid to head abroad, having spent time with Hoffenheim and Feyenoord, and he could sign a pre-contract agreement with an overseas club when he enters the final six months of his Arsenal deal in January.
The break from domestic football, thanks to the World Cup getting underway later this month, will offer the perfect opportunity to impress Arteta on the training pitch.
With Arsenal looking to sign a winger during the winter window, tying Nelson down to fresh terms could save the club and technical director Edu millions.
