Arsenal are on course to secure three major contract extensions before the January transfer window opens, adding to what has already been a remarkable year of business for the club.

According to TEAMtalk, the renewals of Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, and Jurrien Timber are all progressing smoothly and expected to be finalised before 2027. The news arrives as Arsenal sit five points clear at the top of the Premier League after winning nine of their opening 10 fixtures.

Odegaard and Rice in fine form

Odegaard's extension will be particularly welcome given speculation linking him with Bayern Munich. The Norway captain has been central to Mikel Arteta's project since taking the armband in 2022/23, and he is enjoying a strong return to form this season after a spell on the sidelines. He scored the winning goal against Hull City at the weekend, underlining his importance to the side.

Rice, meanwhile, continues to justify his status as Arsenal's record signing. The England midfielder claimed Player of the Match honours last week against Liverpool, contributing an assist for Kai Havertz's decisive strike. With Bukayo Saka managing a reduced workload due to injury, Rice has assumed an even greater leadership role — stepping in as captain in Odegaard's absence on occasion.

Timber nearing a fresh deal

Timber, 25, is also set to extend his stay at the Emirates Stadium. The Dutchman has established himself as Arteta's preferred right-back despite competition from Ben White, and his development since recovering from a serious knee injury has been one of the more encouraging stories of the Gunners' campaign.

The contract news follows Arteta himself signing a new deal earlier in 2026, committing the Spaniard to the club until 2029 — perhaps the most significant piece of business Arsenal have concluded all year.

Attack reinforcements on the horizon

Arsenal are also weighing up options in the attacking third ahead of the winter window. FourFourTwo reports that Antonio Nusa is high among the club's targets as Arteta seeks to add firepower following the departures of Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Jesus.

Before returning to domestic action, Arsenal travel to Newcastle United when the Premier League resumes after the international break.