Arsenal Announces Leah Williamson’s Contract Extension
Leah Williamson
has officially extended her contract with Arsenal, prolonging her remarkable 20-year journey with the club for a few more years.
Recently, Williamson contributed to Arsenal’s impressive 7-0 victory over Leicester, a game that propelled the team into third place in the WSL with two matches in hand. Since joining Arsenal as an eight-year-old, she has made a remarkable 282 appearances for the senior team.
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Throughout her career, Williamson has accumulated numerous accolades, including a WSL title, two FA Cups, four League Cups, a Champions League title, a Women’s Champions Cup, and multiple personal awards.
Internationally, she has celebrated winning the Euros twice with her national team.
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“I don’t feel like I’m finished yet,” she shared with Arsenal.com. “It’s truly special to be in a place where you deeply care about the people, the project, and the environment. I don’t think that’s something to take lightly. After two decades, I still feel valued and I want to be here, so I don’t see why it was time to leave now.”
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Williamson also revealed that she has an Arsenal tattoo on her hand, stating, “Yes, and that’s a fan thing. It’s unrelated to my playing. It’s no secret that Arsenal has been a part of my life for a very long time; I’ve been a fan forever. It feels like home, and everyone knows that. I cherish the sense of community we have, and honestly, we’re a pretty cool club, so I’m proud to have that ink.”