Eduardo signs new Arsenal deal

We have also seen in his comeback from injury, Eduardo is a human being full of courage, bravery and commitment.

Croatia striker Eduardo has signed a new "long-term" contract with Arsenal after making a successful comeback from a horrific injury which sidelined him for almost a year, the club announced.

The Brazilian-born forward broke his leg and dislocated his ankle in February 2008 but has this year re-established himself as a first-team regular at the Emirates.

Arsenal did not disclose the length of the deal, which was welcomed by Gunners boss Arsene Wenger.

- Eduardo is a special player with huge talent and natural goalscoring ability, and we're all so happy that he has committed his future to Arsenal Football Club - Wenger said.

- We have also seen in his comeback from injury, Eduardo is a human being full of courage, bravery and commitment.

- His full recovery from this injury is a testament to Eduardo's character. We all look forward to enjoying Eduardo's performances in an Arsenal shirt for a long time to come. -

Eduardo, who will be heavily relied upon by Wenger in the coming weeks with Robin van Persie and Nicklas Bendtner sidelined by injury, said he feels fitter than ever.

- I'm very happy and I hope to stay at Arsenal for as long as I can - the 26-year-old said.

- This period is good for me now. I feel strong in my body and I feel ready to play 90 minutes every three days if it's needed.

- I went to Croatia last week and everybody was telling me Arsenal play the best football in Europe at the moment. I agree with that.

- We feel we are strong now this season and we're all going to give everything to win trophies. -