Reiss Nelson of Arsenal has rebuffed Mikel Arteta’s attempt to lock him into the team by rejecting a contract extension.

Nelson declined the Gunners’ offer of a new contract, even though his present one was due to expire at the end of the current campaign.

Due to a difficult season due to injuries, the 23-year-old is not getting enough playing time at the Emirates.

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The England forward has nevertheless made important contributions on the field, including scoring the game-winning goal against Bournemouth in injury time in April.

However, despite not having started a league game this year, the Gunners still want to keep their academy graduate.

However, according to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the winger has turned down the club’s initial offer.

However, talks between Arsenal and the player will continue, and a decision will be made in the end of the current campaign.

Numerous other Premier League teams as well as clubs from abroad have already contacted Nelson.