'He is going to leave a legacy' - Arteta on Saka contract situation

Mikel Arteta says he has "confidence" Bukayo Saka will sign a new contract at Arsenal and believes the winger is going to leave a "legacy" at the club.

The 24-year-old has become one of Arteta's go-to players and scored 76 goals and registered 71 assists in 277 appearances.

Saka is also in Arsenal's leadership group and has captained the side in the absence of regular skipper Martin Odegaard.

Arteta has been repeatedly asked about Saka's new contract as Arsenal have tied down a number of their stars to long-term deals.

In a news conference before the game against Tottenham, the Arsenal boss was asked why he is so relaxed about the situation.

"I prefer that word, I think it is confidence," Arteta said. "What Bukayo has transmitted to me and the club, and Emeka [Obasi, Saka's agent) as well, is that they want to continue to be here.

"It's a very healthy and powerful relationship. The journey that he has had at the club and what he has become is something we want to maintain.

"That is something that is going to leave a legacy at this club and he needs to fulfil that role."