The New Orleans Saints are planning to announce they have finalized a long-term lease of the Caesars Superdome, ending a contentious negotiation with state officials with a deal aimed at keeping the team in the city.

The deal between the Saints organization and the Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District, known as the Superdome Commission, is expected to be unveiled during a news conference on Thursday.

Gov. Jeff Landry, on the sidelines of an event in the Superdome Wednesday, confirmed that the lease was ready for his approval.

"I'm going to be back here tomorrow to sign the lease deal," Landry said.

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