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Alessia Russo has scored 25 goals in 57 games for England
Ciara Fleming
BBC Sport journalist
England striker Alessia Russo has signed a new long-term contract at Arsenal.
The 26-year-old has scored 36 goals in 72 games since joining from Manchester United in 2023.
"Arsenal feels like home," said Russo. "This is such a special club and it has felt that way to me from the moment I joined two years ago.
"Playing for Arsenal is an honour and has pushed me to develop and grow as a player, and I feel empowered with this badge on my chest."
Russo helped Arsenal win the Champions League in May and scored for England in the Euro 2025 final in July as they successfully defended their title.
She said: "I'm still so hungry for more success and I know that's shared by everyone here at the club. I can't wait to get started this season."
Russo scored 12 goals in 21 Women's Super League games last season, sharing the Golden Boot with Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw.
Russo was nominated for the 2025 Ballon d'Or and named in the Professional Footballers' Association and the Uefa Champions League teams of the year.
Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers said: "Alessia is a really important part of our group and I'm so pleased that she has signed a new deal here.
"As a striker, Alessia's goals often take the spotlight, but she brings so much more to our group.
"She's a selfless player, working so hard for the team, and she also contributes so much to our team culture."
