ARSENAL YOUTH

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Here you can keep up-to-date with everything that is going on including Arsenal youth matches, team news, injury news, contract updates and much more or the u18s, u21s, and u23s.

Max Dowman playing for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Dowman on Instagram)

14yo set to play for Arsenal in UEFA Youth League opener

Arsenal 14-year-old Max Dowman is set to play for the u19s in the Gunners' opening UEFA Youth League clash on Thursday afternoon.
Ethan Nwaneri in training with the Arsenal first team (Photo via Arsenal.com)

5 Arsenal youth players join first-team training ahead of Spurs clash

Five Arsenal youth players trained with the first team ahead of the Gunners trip to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this weekend.
Nathan Butler-Oyedeji with the Premier League 2 Player of the Month award for August 2024

Arsenal 21yo wins Player of the Month award

Arsenal's Nathan Butler-Oyedeji has won the Premier League 2 Player of the Month award for August, after an outstanding few weeks for the forward.
Ethan Nwaneri with the England u17s (Photo via EnglandFootball.com)

Nwaneri scores twice: Arsenal youth international roundup for September

Arsenal had nine youth internationals in action for England and Wales over the September break, let's look at how they got on.
Coby Small signs for Bournemouth (Photo via AFCB.co.uk)

Bournemouth sign 2 players released by Arsenal

AFC Bournemouth have confirmed the signings of two young players released by Arsenal, with Coby Small and Teo Minchev joining the club.
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2 Arsenal youngsters nominated for PL2 Player of the Month

Arsenal duo Nathan Butler-Oyedeji and Khayon Edwards are up for the Premier League 2's Player of the Month award for August.
Owen Asemota signing for Aston Villa (Photo via Asemota on Instagram)

Arsenal goalkeeper completes £1m transfer to Aston Villa

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Owen Asemota has completed a transfer to Aston Villa, with the Gunners reportedly set to receive £1m.
Max Dowman playing for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Dowman on Instagram)

Promising Arsenal 14yo scores for England u17 team

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman scored in a comfortable victory for the England u17s on Wednesday, with Theo Julienne also featuring.
Ethan Nwaneri with the England u17s (Photo via EnglandFootball.com)

Arsenal’s Ethan Nwaneri scores again for England youth teams

Three of Arsenal's four England u19s were involved in a 2-2 draw against Italy on Wednesday, with Ethan Nwaneri scoring a debut goal.
Tommy Setford playing for the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

9 Arsenal players called up for England and Wales youth fixtures

Arsenal have had nine academy players called up by England and Wales' youth teams for the September internationals.
Ismeal Kabia celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Report: Arsenal win opening EFL Trophy fixture 2-1

The Arsenal u21s got off to a winning start in the EFL Trophy against Leyton Orient on Tuesday night, despite a late penalty scare.
Jack Wilshere coaching the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal beat Liverpool to make strong Premier League Cup start

Arsenal got their u18 Premier League Cup campaign off to a strong start with a back-and-forth win over Liverpool on Wednesday.
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Arsenal coach joins Birmingham City

Arsenal's academy coach Julian Gray departs for Birmingham City. Will his influence help Birmingham achieve Category One status?
Ceadach O'Neill playing on trial with Arsenal (Photo via O'Neill on Instagram)

Arsenal learn Premier League Cup draw after opening-day academy wins

The Arsenal academy have learned their u18 Premier League Cup draw after opening-day academy wins over Manchester United and West Ham United.
Charles Sagoe Jr (L) playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal winger signs new contract, immediately sent on loan

Arsenal's Charles Sagoe Jr signs a new contract and joins Shrewsbury Town on loan. The 20-year-old winger aims to gain valuable experience in League One.
Billy Vigar playing for Hastings United (Photo via Hastings United)

Ex-Gunner’s new side lead league after 2 games

Billy Vigar has made his debut for new club Hastings United following his move from Arsenal as a free agent this summer.
Callan Hamill during his Arsenal trial (Photo via Jeorge Bird on Twitter)

Scottish youngster turns down Celtic & Rangers for Arsenal

St. Johnstone's Callan Hamill has turned down Celtic and Rangers and is expected to join Arsenal once he turns 16 next year.
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Arsenal U21 assistant manager Max Porter makes notes as manager Mehmet Ali gives instructions during the Papa John's Trophy match between Northampton Town and Arsenal U21 at Sixfields on October 18, 2022 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Arsenal 2024/25 EFL Trophy fixtures set

Arsenal have learned their draw for the EFL Trophy group stage, with the u21s set to take part in the competition again in 2024/25.
Alexei Rojas (front row 3L) and Tommy Setford (6L) in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

6 Arsenal youths remain in first-team training after U.S. tour

Six Arsenal youth players remain in first-team training following the tour of the United States, with a couple of games of pre-season still to come.
Chido Martin Obi with the Denmark u17s against the Czech Republic (Photo via LambyReviews on Instagram)

Talented Arsenal striker set to join Manchester United

Chido Martin Obi is set to join Manchester United, having given the green light to the Premier League club for his transfer.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

32-goal Arsenal youth confirms exit amid Manchester United links

Chido Martin Obi has confirmed his exit from Arsenal, though he's still yet to announce which club he'll be joining next amid links to Manchester United.
Tommy Setford playing for the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Arsenal announce 3rd summer signing

Arsenal have signed talented young goalkeeper Tommy Setford from Ajax, adding depth and promise to their goalkeeping department.
Jack Henry-Francis signing for Sligo Rovers (Photo via Sligo Rovers on Twitter)

Arsenal confirm Irish loan deal

Arsenal youth midfielder Jack Henry-Francis has moved out on loan to Sligo Rovers until November, the club have confirmed.
Mehmet Ali managing the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal u21 friendly gives first-team tour hint

The Arsenal u21s faced Enfield Town FC in their second pre-season friendly on Tuesday, with a number of players held back ahead of the first-team tour.
Oulad M'Hand brother Salah-Eddine and Ismail (R) celebrate a goal with Khayon Edwards (L) (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Reaction to Arsenal’s opening pre-season u21 win

Mehmet Ali and Salah-Eddine Oulad M'Hand have shared their reactions after the Arsenal u21s' 4-2 win over Boreham Wood to kick off pre-season.
Salah-Eddine Oulad M'Hand playing for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal XI kick off pre-season with 4-2 friendly win

Salah-Eddine Oulad M'Hand starred and Ethan Nwaneri impressed as the Arsenal u21s overcame Boreham Wood in their first pre-season friendly on Saturday.
Coran Madden with Cliftonville FC (Photo via Madden on Instagram)

Arsenal trialist scores in academy friendly vs Watford

Arsenal trialist Coran Madden scored early in a friendly against Watford for the Gunners' academy this week.
Per Mertesacker and Freddie Ljungberg with Raphie Ljungberg as he signs for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Ljungberg on Instagram)

Freddie Ljungberg’s son signs for Arsenal

Freddie Ljungberg's son has signed for the Arsenal academy, with the former Gunner confirming the decision on social media.
Coran Madden with Cliftonville FC (Photo via Madden on Instagram)

Northern Irish talent holds trial at Arsenal

Coran Madden is spending this week on trial with Arsenal, according to the player's current club Cliftonville FDC.
Jack Wilshere managing the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal’s 8 academy pre-season fixtures & how to watch them

Arsenal have added two more fixtures to their academy pre-season schedule, with eight u18 or u21 games now confirmed.
Max Dowman plays for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Dowman on Instagram)

Arsenal promote youth midfielder up 3 age groups

Arsenal are set to give 14-year-old Max Dowman regular u18 minutes next season as they attempt to show a pathway for him, according to a report.
HULL, ENGLAND: Omari Hutchinson of Ipswich Town looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Hull City and Ipswich Town at MKM Stadium on April 27, 2024. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Arsenal to profit as Ipswich look to finalise £22m deal

Ipswich Town are in negotiations looking to finalise a £22m deal to sign Omari Hutchinson from Chelsea, with Arsenal set to profit.
Chido Obi-Martin celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

‘Good chance’ record breaking Arsenal wonderkid signs for Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich's interest in Chido Martin Obi is genuine and they have a good chance of completing the transfer, according to a report.
Ayden Heaven (R) and Ethan Nwaneri on the bench for a Champions League game (Photo via Heaven on Instagram)

Arsenal to promote 17yo instead of buying attacking midfielder

Ethan Nwaneri is expected to feature more often for the Arsenal first team next season, but he's unlikely to be a regular, according to reports.
Mehmet Ali coaching the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

7 Arsenal pre-season youth friendlies confirmed + ticket details

Arsenal have confirmed their pre-season schedule for the u21s, including games against Boreham Wood, Rapid Vienna, and Stoke City.
Ethan Nwaneri celebrating a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal’s Ethan Nwaneri nominated for Goal of the Season

Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri has been included among the Premier League's u21 Goal of the Season nominees.
Chido Obi (#9) with the Denmark u17s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

U17 Euros: 2 Arsenal youngsters progress to quarter-finals

Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri and Chido Martin Obi have both progressed to the knockout stages of the u17 European Championships.
Ayden Heaven (3L) and Myles Lewis-Skelly (2R) lineup before a game for the England u18s (Photo via Heaven on Instagram)

Arsenal youngster makes England youth debut as another impresses

Arsenal's Ayden Heaven made his England youth debut and Myles Lewis-Skelly impressed as the u18s won against Northern Ireland this week.
Brayden Clarke playing for the Wales u17s (Photo via Clarke on Instagram)

U17 Euros: 1 Arsenal youngster eliminated, 1 close to progressing

Arsenal's Chido Martin Obi and Brayden Clarke were both in action at the u17 Euros on Thursday, but neither got the result they wanted.

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Owen Asemota with Arsenal (Photo via Asemota on Instagram)

Goalkeeper to leave Arsenal for Aston Villa in £1m deal

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Owen Asemota is set to join Aston Villa, with the Gunners to earn £1m in compensation for the move.
Callan Hamill playing for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Hamill on Instagram)

Youngster ends Arsenal trial but could still sign permanently

Callan Hamill is back playing for St. Johnstone's u18 team after a trial with the Arsenal academy, with a decision on his future not yet confirmed.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal in talks with Manchester United over compensation for young striker

Arsenal and Manchester United are locked in negotiations over the compensation fee for 16-year-old striker Chido Obi-Martin, who has opted to join the Red Devils despite Arsenal's efforts to retain him.
Chido Obi-Martin celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Why Arsenal’s record breaking young striker left for Manchester United

Arsenal's academy is facing a talent drain as young players seek better opportunities elsewhere. Chido Obi-Martin's departure to Manchester United highlights the issue.
Chido Obi-Martin celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal still in talks over 32-goal striker’s contract

Arsenal are still working had to keep Chido Martin Obi, remaining in talks with his camp with no decision made just yet.

Balogun sends Arteta a reminder as top talent gets Arsenal debut

The Arsenal u23s played a friendly match against Brentford B over the weekend, but they slipped to a late defeat despite a two-goal comeback.

Folarin Balogun of Arsenal scores during the UEFA Europa League match between Molde and Arsenal on November 26, 2020 in Molde. Photo: Marius Simensen / BILDBYRAN
Folarin Balogun of Arsenal scores during the UEFA Europa League match between Molde and Arsenal on November 26, 2020, in Molde. Photo: Marius Simensen / BILDBYRAN

The Arsenal u23s had over a fortnight between competitive matches, playing their last game on March 21st and not having another scheduled until April 12th. To keep the side ticking over, they scheduled a friendly against Brentford B this weekend.

The last time the two sides had met in 2019, Arsenal eased to a 5-0 victory, but Steve Bould’s current side are much lower on confidence.

As a result, it was no real surprise that Aaron Pressley made it 1-0 to Brentford from the penalty spot in the first half-hour and Lachlan Brook added another in the 37th minute.

Arsenal found themselves with a lifeline after Folarin Balogun was brought down by Ethan Robb in the penalty area, and Balogun stepped up to make it 2-1 at the half-time break.

The Gunners started to take control of the match, and Balogun made it 2-2 by heading in a cross from the right-hand side. But Pressley put Brentford ahead again late on, firing home from a loose ball in the box following a corner.

It was another disappointing defeat and another in a long run of games without a win. The u23s’ last victory came against Brighton in January.

The only real positives were that Balogun is scoring goals again and Omari Hutchinson made his first appearance at u23 level after his strong u18 form.

With only a narrow gap to the relegation zone, Bould needs to drum up a couple of wins in their final four competitive matches of the season.

Lineup vs Brentford: Smith, Alebiosu, Lopez, Dinzeyi, Monlouis, Akinola, Lewis, Azeez, Moller, Taylor-Hart, Balogun

Subs: Bola, Graczyk, Coyle, Cirjan, Hutchinson

At the time of writing, there has still been no resolution to the Balogun contract saga.