Kieran Tierney has signed a new five-year deal with Arsenal.

Tierney has long been part of manager Mikel Arteta's plans however with the 39-year-old hailing him as one of the most exciting players in England's top flight.

He told the club's website: “This is great news for us. As manager of the club, speaking on behalf of the entire staff, it's a pleasure to work with Tierney.

"His quality, energy, commitment and professionalism, not only on matchdays, but every day in training are always at such a high level."

"Tierney gives us so much extra strength both defensively and offensively and it's great to know that he'll be with us for the long term.

"Since his move from Celtic, his work ethic and quality has ensured that he is already one of most exciting players in the Premier League and a hugely important part of our team, both on and off the pitch.

"I know all the fans will join me, the players and staff in looking forward to seeing Tierney playing in an Arsenal shirt for a few more years!"

Technical director Edu also weighed in, saying: “We are so pleased to have agreed a new long-term deal with Kieran.

"Anyone who has seen him play will recognise very quickly that he is a player of huge ability, but I can tell you that he is also a player with a fantastic attitude and mentality.

"Kieran's new contract is not just about the present and next season, it's with a long-term vision and Kieran being an integral part of the future of the club."