Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey says the players are happy manager Arsene Wenger has penned a new deal. Wenger signed a new three-year deal at the end of last season, leaving 30-cap Wales star Ramsey delighted the Frenchman will add to his 18 years in north London.
"I think stability is vitally important for success," said Ramsey to PA Sport.
"He's the longest-serving manager in the Premier League now and he's going to add a few more years to that.
"He's as excited as anybody about the new season, with the new players we've got coming in.
"He realises what this team can do and what he believes we can achieve, so we're all looking forward and excited to be a part of that.
"It's a big attraction to be at the club and be a part of things, in the way that he thinks the game should be played.
"He's a great man-manager, he knows how to handle players and what's best for them.
"The way that he believes the game should be played, his philosophy on the game is extremely exciting and gives players licence.
"He's very approachable and will always let players know how you can improve, or what you're doing well and things like that.
"So he's a great manager and all the players enjoy working with him and playing under him."
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