Arsenal and Man City target Krychowiak signs new contract

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The midfielder was linked with a move to the Premier League over the summer. EFE/Archivo

The midfielder was linked with a move to the Premier League over the summer but has committed his future to Sevilla after becoming a regular fixture in their side

Arsenal and Manchester City target Grzegorz Krychowiak has ended speculation regarding his future by signing a new contract with Sevilla.

The midfielder has penned a one-year extension to his current deal, meaning he will remain with the Europa League holders until 2019.

Krychowiak was linked with a move to City and the Gunners over the summer, but their interest has prompted Sevilla to increase his release clause from £21.5 million to £32.2 million.

A statement on the club's website said: "Grzegorz Krychowiak has become a leader of the side despite being at the club for just over a year.

"He has shown an absolute involvement with Sevilla and learnt the language quickly, meaning he has the complete trust of manager Unai Emery.

"In 63 appearances for Sevilla, the cub have an unbeaten percentage of 74 per cent."

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