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Arsenal has announced the contract extension of star midfielder Frida Maanum, a pivotal player who has been instrumental in the team's recent successes. The 25-year-old Norwegian international has made an incredible impact since joining in 2021, scoring 40 goals in 150 appearances. Her commitment includes winning two League Cup titles and receiving multiple Player of the Month nominations this season. Head coach Renee Slegers highlighted Maanum's importance to the team's ongoing competitive ambitions.

Key Points: Frida Maanum Extends Arsenal Women's Contract

  • Arsenal secures key midfielder with impressive 150-match track record
  • Maanum scores 40 goals in four North London seasons
  • Two-time League Cup winner continues international success
  • Head coach praises her significant team contribution
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Women's Super League: Frida Manuum signs contract extension with Arsenal

Norwegian midfielder Frida Maanum commits future to Arsenal, reinforcing WSL team's ambitions after successful season and multiple achievements.

"I love playing for this club, everything about it - Frida Maanum"

London, May 20

Midfielder Frida Maanum has signed a new contract with Arsenal, the club confirmed on Tuesday. Although the length of the deal has not been announced, it is good news for the Women's Super League (WSL) runners-up.

Frida joined Arsenal Women in July 2021 from Linkoping FC in Sweden, making her Arsenal debut in the 4-0 win over FC Okzheptes in the Champions League in August 2021.

"I love playing for this club, everything about it - the supporters, the community, playing at Emirates Stadium," said Frida. "Seeing how the club has developed over the last few years only makes me more excited to continue my journey here.

"We've had such special moments this season, and getting to share those with our supporters has been amazing. I'm looking forward to continuing to celebrate with them and giving everything for this team."

The Norwegian midfielder has gone on to make a total of 150 appearances and score 40 goals across four seasons in North London, winning two League Cup titles in the 2022/23 and 2023/24 campaigns.

Frida has enjoyed an impressive 2024/25 season, scoring 13 goals and providing five assists in 40 appearances in all competitions. The 25-year-old midfielder has received two Barclays Women's Super League Player of the Month nominations this season and won the WSL's Goal of the Month award for November for her superb strike in the 4-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion at Emirates Stadium.

At the international level, Frida has won 89 caps and scored 21 goals for Norway since making her debut in 2017. She has become a key member of the squad, featuring at two World Cups and the European Championship in 2022.

Head coach Renee Slegers added, "I'm delighted that Frida has signed a new contract here with us. She's such an important player in the group and has made a big contribution to what we've achieved as a group during my time as head coach. I know Frida has the ambition and drive to continue striving for improvement as we continue to aim to compete for the highest honours together."

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments about Frida Maanum's contract extension with Arsenal:
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Rahul K.
Great news for Arsenal! Frida has been phenomenal this season. As an Indian football fan, it's inspiring to see women's football getting this level of recognition abroad. Hope our Indian women's team players get similar opportunities someday 🤞
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Priya M.
Her stats are impressive - 40 goals in 150 appearances! Women's football in Europe is on another level compared to India. We need more investment in our domestic leagues if we want to compete internationally.
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Arjun S.
While I'm happy for Frida, I wish Indian media gave even 10% of this coverage to our women's football team. Our girls won the SAFF Championship last year but got barely any attention. Priorities need to change!
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Neha T.
That goal against Brighton must have been something special to win Goal of the Month! Does anyone have a link? Would love to see it. Women's football deserves more viewership in India too 💪
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Vikram J.
Good retention by Arsenal. At 25, she's entering her prime years. Interesting to see Norwegian players doing well in WSL - reminds me of how our Indian players could benefit from playing in more competitive leagues abroad.
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Sanjana P.
As someone who follows both men's and women's football, I must say the WSL is becoming really competitive. Maybe Indian broadcasters should show more matches - could inspire young girls to take up the sport seriously!

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