Nketiah answers about his Arsenal future after EFL hattrick

Eddie Nketiah scored a fine hat-trick on Tuesday night in EFL Cup.

Eddie Nketiah gave an honest answer when quizzed about his Arsenal future. He spoke after Arsenal’s clinical victory against Leeds in the EFL Cup quarterfinal last night.

22-year-old scored a fine hat-trick on Tuesday night and Gunners made it into the semifinals of the League Cup. He had the best night at Emirates and Arteta’s side scored five goals against the Whites.

According to the previous reports of The Sun Nketiah had rejected Arsenal’s offer of a new contract and was looking to leave on a free transfer at the end of the season.

Nketiah appeared to confirm the report in his post-match interview as he made it clear that he wants to be playing regular first-team football.

While having an interview with Nketiah, Sky Sports journalist asked: “There have been reports that you have been offered a contract and turned it down. Is there any truth in that?”

Nketiah replied, “Yeah,” he said. “I am just eager to play football. That is my main ambition.”

The Arsenal man also added: “I am here. I am under contract and as long as I play for Arsenal I am going to give my all and, if the manager needs me, I will be ready to help the team.”

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