France's Koscielny seals long-term contract with Arsenal

(Reuters) - French international Laurent Koscielny has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday. The 26-year-old has become a defensive mainstay for manager Arsene Wenger and strong performances in the English top-flight earned him four caps for France including a trip to Euro 2012. "Laurent has been outstanding for us over the last two seasons," Wenger told the club's website (www.arsenal.com). ......