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Arsene Wenger ‘close’ to agreeing new two-year Arsenal contract with star men Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez to follow suit

Flying Gunners have made an impressive start to the campaign, winning their last seven matches

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ARSENAL are close to securing manager Arsene Wenger, Alexis Sanchez, and Mesut Ozil to new contracts.

The Gunners have made an impressive start to the campaign, and have won their last seven matches in all competitions after their 6-0 thrashing of Ludogorets last night.

 Arsene Wenger talks to the press after Arsenal's smashing of Ludogorets
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Arsene Wenger talks to the press after Arsenal's smashing of Ludogorets


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Wenger is in the final year of his contract, but there is an air of confidence around the Emirates at present, and his previous detractors are becoming few and far between.

 Mesut Ozil celebrates destroying Ludogorets Razgrad as Arsenal send a powerful message across Europe
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Mesut Ozil celebrates destroying Ludogorets Razgrad as Arsenal send a powerful message across EuropeCredit: Reuters

The Times have reported that Wenger is putting the final touches to a new two-year deal, and his renowned commitment will help persuade star men Sanchez and Ozil to agreeing new deals.

 Sanchez took just 11 minutes to find the net against Bulgarians
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Sanchez took just 11 minutes to find the net against BulgariansCredit: PA:Press Association

The Gunners boss said at the weekend that he would have to "break the bank" to get Ozil to sign a new deal at the club, with reports that the player is demanding £250,000 a week. His treble against the Bulgarians will have put him in a good position for Wenger to have his hand forced, however.

 Mesut Ozil holds off the challenge of Jose Luis Palomino as Arsenal totally dominate
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Mesut Ozil holds off the challenge of Jose Luis Palomino as Arsenal totally dominateCredit: Getty Images

Wenger said after the Ludogorets triumph: "Our confidence is stronger with every win but we have to keep the vigilance and the urgency to bring that into the next game.

"Let's not be too quick on the verdict. We have a strong squad and a strong spirit, but you have to take care of it and keep your feet on the ground. The only way to win something big is to focus on the next one and work on humility."

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