Arsenal academy chief Liam Brady says the club is confident Samir Nasri will sign a new contract.
Brady is confident the 23-year-old will soon commit his long-term future to the Gunners.
"We all rate Nasri," Brady said.
"I believe they had extensive contractual talks but not reached a conclusion, but sometimes it takes time.
"I am optimistic he will be playing with Arsenal next year."
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