Arsenal squad want Wenger to sign new contract-Vermaelen


Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger looks on as his players take part in a team training session at their training ground in London Colney, north of London, England February 18, 2014. REUTERS/Eddie Keogh

(Reuters) - Arsenal's squad are keen for manager Arsene Wenger to sign a new contract with the English Premier League title chasers and lead them for many years to come, said captain Thomas Vermaelen.

Wenger, 64, takes charge of Arsenal for the 1,000th time on Saturday when they travel to leaders Chelsea as they bid to close the gap on Jose Mourinho's side to one point with a win.

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