Arsenal in talks with Chloe Kelly over permanent move
Arsenal have confirmed that discussions are ongoing with Chloe Kelly over a new contract.
Kelly, 27, joined the club on loan from Manchester City in January and played a vital role in their Champions League victory last month. The winger's Manchester City contract is also due to expire this month, so a permanent move away this summer was expected.
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At the time of joining Arsenal on loan, Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion were among other clubs interested.
After starting Arsenal's Champions League final win over Barcelona, she said: 'As soon as I stepped foot in this club, I found happiness.
'Renee Slegers, as soon as she got on the phone to me, to give me the opportunity to represent this badge, I wanted to repay her. From being in such a dark place to now, it's crazy.
'I was ready to take a break from football completely. I'm just grateful. 'If it's my last game for the club, I'll forever be grateful,' the winger said.
'I know I've given my all to Arsenal and Arsenal has given their all to me. They gave me an opportunity to step foot on the pitch and find happiness. It's not about football at times. No matter what happened today, the club gave me happiness.'
The winger made just one league start for City last season. At Arsenal she made 13 appearances, six league starts, scoring two and assisting six goals.
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