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Arsenal powerbrokers delighted with Wenger deal

Arsenal powerbrokers are delighted seeing Arsene Wenger pen a new three-year contract. Wenger signed terms yesterday.

Speaking to Arsenal's official website, chairman Chips Keswick said: "We are delighted that Arsene has renewed his contract for a further three years. He is a man of principle, who lives and breathes Arsenal.

"He has established Arsenal for its exciting playing style around the world, continues his commitment to young players and has the ability to bring top-class players to the club.

"I have no doubt we have an exciting future ahead of us with him leading the team."

Arsenal's majority shareholder, Stan Kroenke, added his congratulations.

Kroenke said: "Sustained excellence is the hardest thing to achieve in sport and the fact Arsenal has competed at the top of the game in England and Europe throughout the time Arsene has been manager, is the ultimate testimony to his consistency of performance, talent and ambition.

"We are delighted with the FA Cup success which has added to his already outstanding record. Under his guidance we look forward to adding more trophies in future seasons."

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