According to recent reports, Chelsea have made an offer to the young Arsenal talent, Ethan Nwaneri.

At just 16 years old, Nwaneri’s potential is well recognised, with several clubs reportedly interested as his schoolboy contract with Arsenal comes to an end.

• Chelsea have reportedly made an offer to Ethan Nwaneri, who is in the last week of his schoolboy contract with Arsenal.
• Nwaneri, a standout player at the Hale End Academy, became the youngest player to feature in the English top-flight at the age of 15 years and 181 days.
• Manchester United and Manchester City are also reported to be interested in Nwaneri.

Chelsea have reportedly tabled an offer for Arsenal‘s youth sensation Ethan Nwaneri, adding another twist to the saga surrounding the player’s future.

As per reports from Football.London, citing transfer reporter Felix Johnston, Chelsea are eager to secure the services of Nwaneri, who has demonstrated his incredible talent while playing for Arsenal.

Nwaneri’s journey at Arsenal and Hale End Academy

Nwaneri, an England U17 international of Nigerian descent, has been a standout player at the Hale End Academy, Arsenal’s youth development setup.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta rewarded the promising youngster with a debut against Brentford in the last season, where Nwaneri came on as a late substitute during Arsenal’s 3-0 win.

At just 15 years and 181 days old, he became the youngest player to feature in the English top-flight.

Currently, in the final week of his schoolboy contract with Arsenal, the club has been actively working to persuade Nwaneri to sign a scholarship deal.

This arrangement would turn into a professional contract when Nwaneri turns 17 next year.

Under-18s head coach Jack Wilshere has been vocal in his praise for Nwaneri, with the former England international emphasising the importance of the young midfielder’s development at Arsenal.

Switches between Arsenal and Chelsea are not unheard of, with Kai Havertz being a recent example. Nwaneri could follow suit if he decides to accept Chelsea’s offer.

However, Chelsea aren’t the only club monitoring the situation.

Manchester United and Manchester City are also keeping a keen eye on the young star’s next move.

It remains to be seen where Nwaneri sees his future – will he stay with Arsenal or seek new opportunities elsewhere?

For now, Arsenal fans will be hoping he decides to continue his development with the Gunners.