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Gunners pair pen new deals

02 Sep 2009 - 16:11:10

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Arsenal duo Nicklas Bendtner and Denilson have both penned new long-term contracts with the Premier League title hopefuls.

Twenty-one-year-old Denmark striker Bendtner has scored 24 goals in 98 appearances for the Gunners to date, while Brazilian midfielder Denilson is also closing in on a century of outings for the club.

Boss Arsene Wenger told the club's official website: "Nicklas has impressed me highly with his application and determination over the last season - you can see that he wants to compete at the highest level and win things with his team-mates.

"He scored a number of important goals for us last season and he will look to replicate that again this year.

"However, it's not just about the goals, his all-round contribution has improved and will continue to do so.

"Denilson's contribution to the club last season was outstanding. His work-rate was exceptional and it is valuable to have players that we know will perform to the very last minute in such a demanding league.

"I'm pleased that he has committed his long-term future to the club."