Revealed: How Ben White went to extraordinary lengths to justify new Arsenal contract

Last week, White committed his future to Arsenal as he put pen to paper on a new contract that will keep him at the Emirates Stadium until 2028 with an option to extend for one more year. The Athletic has now revealed that the Engish defender went to great lengths to justify his new Gunners deal.

The report claimed that when the contract talks were ongoing with the club, White's representatives approached a data-driven sports consultancy firm, Analytics FC. A detailed report from the firm revealed how the player has excelled both as a central defender and a full-back in the last few seasons and brought out the intricate aspects of his game that are unique.

Analytics FC also found out that the 26-year-old is fit to play for some of the elite European clubs like AC Milan, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Manchester City for his ability to make short and accurate passes.

Having declined an opportunity to be a part of the England squad for their upcoming international friendlies, the defender will be next seen in action on March 31 as Mikel Arteta's side take on Manchester City.