ARSENAL YOUTH

Arsenal Youth represent some of the best young players in the country today.

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.

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Arsenal announce signing of Brayden Clarke

Arsenal has confirmed the signing of 16-year-old Brayden Clarke, a highly regarded central defender from a Premier League rival's academy.
Amario Cozier-Duberry via Arsenal

Arsenal receive just 2 England youth call-ups between 4 teams

Arsenal's Brooke Norton-Cuffy and Amario Cozier-Duberry are the only two young Gunners called up for the England youth teams in March.
Luis Brown (C) and Ethan Nwaneri (L) warm up with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal youngsters join West Ham & Watford on trial

Two Arsenal youngsters are out on trial with fellow English academies at the moment, after learning they'll be released this summer.
The Arsenal u15s celebrate winning the Premier League u15 International Tournament (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal win academy tournament ahead of Chelsea, Bayern & Liverpool

The Arsenal u15s saw off the likes of Chelsea, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich to win the Premier League u15 International Tournament at the weekend.
James Sweet (left) in training with the Arsenal first team (Photo via Arsenal.com)

4 youth players join senior training pre-Sheffield United clash

Four Arsenal youth players took part in first-team training ahead of Monday's match away to Sheffield United.
Luis Brown (C) and Ethan Nwaneri (L) warm up with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

4 more Arsenal youth players set to be released

Arsenal have made the decision to release four more youth players this summer, according to a report.
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Arsenal forward scores on trial with Everton – against Spurs u21s

Arsenal's Omari Benjamin played a trial game with the Everton u21s on Saturday, scoring against Tottenham Hotspur.
Ethan Nwaneri celebrates a goal vs Chelsea u21s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Ethan Nwaneri scores solo goal vs Chelsea u21s in 4-2 win

Ethan Nwaneri scored an excellent goal to make up for missing a penalty as the Arsenal u21s defeated Chelsea away from home on Friday night.
Owen Asemota with Arsenal (Photo via Asemota on Instagram)

Arsenal offer deal to England youth international

Arsenal have offered a scholarship deal to young goalkeeper Owen Asemota, who featured for the England u16s this week.
Myles Lewis-Skelly and Bukayo Saka in an Arsenal first-team training session (Photo via Arsenal.com)

7 Arsenal academy players join first team pre-Newcastle United clash

Seven Arsenal youth players trained with the first-team squad this week ahead of the Gunners match against Newcastle United on Saturday night.
Jack Wilshere managing the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal u18s criticised after latest dropped points

Jack Wilshere was critical of his Arsenal u18 side after their draw against Southampton on Saturday, despite the team earning a point.
Chido Obi playing for the Denmark u16s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

Arsenal 16yo can’t stop scoring for country

Arsenal academy striker Chido Obi-Martin has added another goal to his strong record as a youth international for Denmark, scoring against Switzerland.
Josh Robinson celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

2 returning Arsenal loanees help u21s to comeback draw

The Arsenal u21s played their first game since the January transfer window on Friday, coming from behind to draw with Leeds United.
Jack Wilshere manages the Arsenal u18s in the FA Youth Cup (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Wilshere’s Arsenal u18s suffer double cup exit to big-6 rivals

Jack Wilshere's u18 side faced a bitter double blow in the cups over the last fortnight, exiting both competitions to Arsenal's big-six rivals.
Omar Rekik playing for Wigan Athletic (Photo via Rekik on Instagram)

Official: Arsenal youngster signs for Servette on loan

Arsenal defender Omar Rekik joins Servette on loan for the season. The 22-year-old seeks regular playing time after his Wigan loan spell ended. Can he impress in the Swiss Super League?
Charles Sagoe Jr (L) playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Official: Arsenal youngster signs for Swansea City on loan

Arsenal forward Charles Sagoe Jr joins Swansea City on loan for the season. The youngster will gain Championship experience alongside fellow Gunner Charlie Patino. Can he impress in South Wales?
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal 16yo makes it 5 goals & assists in 6 games

The Arsenal u18s won against Reading on Saturday, with the help of a couple of assists from star striker Chido Obi-Martin.
Bradley Ibrahim playing for the Arsenal u21s against Middlesbrough (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal u21s win without 9 key players

The Arsenal u21s pulled off a win against Middlesbrough on Friday, despite many of the team's star players travelling to Dubai.
Jack Wilshere manages the Arsenal u18s in the FA Youth Cup (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Wilshere’s Arsenal u18s draw Liverpool & United in cup competitions

The Arsenal u18s are set to face Manchester United in the next round of the Premier League Cup and Liverpool in the FA Youth Cup.
Ethan Nwaneri celebrating a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

9 Arsenal youth players join first-team squad in Dubai

Arsenal have taken nine academy players with them on their first-team trip to Dubai, as the squad hold a warm-weather training camp.
Mauro Bandeira playing for Colchester United (Photo via Colchester United on Twitter)

What next for Arsenal’s Mauro Bandeira?

Arsenal's Mauro Bandeira has made an early return in the middle of his loan spell to Colchester United, raising the question of what's next for the youngster.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Star Arsenal youth duo were both previously at Chelsea

Young Arsenal talent Myles Lewis-Skelly has revealed that he used to play alongside current teammate Ethan Nwaneri at Chelsea.
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Arsenal offer scholarship contract to Andre Annous

Arsenal have offered a scholarship to Andre Annous, a Nigeria-eligible player, for the 2024-2025 season. 
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal youngster named ‘striker of the tournament’ in Brazil

Arsenal U17 player Chido Obi-Martin excels at Flamengo Adidas Cup, Brazil, earning Striker of the Tournament, highlighting the club's thriving youth talent
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka reacts during the English Premier League football match between Luton Town and Arsenal at Kenilworth Road in Luton, north of London on December 5, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Latest on Saka & Martinelli with both ruled out of training

Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka weren't involved in Arsenal's final training session pre-PSV Eindhoven, due to various ailments.
Jack Wilshere coaching the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal u18s win friendly ahead of Saturday’s FA Youth Cup clash

The Arsenal u18s won a friendly against Exeter City last weekend ahead of their FA Youth Cup clash with Crewe Alexandra on Saturday afternoon.
Reuell Walters (R) and Charles Sagoe Jr. (2R) in first-team training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Injury may hand debut opportunity to Arsenal 18yo in senior training

Reuell Walters was among the Arsenal youngsters to take part in first-team training on Friday, as he looks set to step up in Takehiro Tomiyasu's absence.
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Statement confirms another Arsenal youth match postponed

The Arsenal u21 clash against West Bromwich Albion on Friday has been postponed due to a frozen pitch, the hosts have reported.
Myles Lewis-Skelly (L) in training with the Arsenal first-team (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal youth duo set for senior call-ups vs RC Lens

A few Arsenal youth players took part in first-team training this week and appear set to make the first-team squad against RC Lens on Wednesday night.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Trialist trains with Arsenal first team but no contract yet

Arsenal triallist Mason Cotcher trained with the first-team squad this week, but he still hasn't officially signed for the Gunners.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly (bottom right) lining up with the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

England suffer shock u17 World Cup exit

England suffered a shock defeat to Uzbekistan to exit the u17 World Cup on Wednesday, with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri set for an early return home.
Myles Lewis-Skelly playing for England (Photo via EnglandFootball.com)

Arsenal youngsters learn route to u17 World Cup final

England now know their route to a potential u17 World Cup final, with Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly hoping to lead them there.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

10-goal Arsenal youngster set for international battle

Arsenal's young talent, Chidozie Obi-Martin, is drawing attention from Denmark's national coach Kasper Hjulmand
Jack Wilshere manages the Arsenal u18s in the FA Youth Cup (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Wilshere’s cup-finalists learn FA Youth Cup 3rd-round draw

Last season's finalists Arsenal have drawn Crewe Alexandra at home in the third round of the FA Youth Cup, to be played in December.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly (bottom right) lining up with the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

England top u17 World Cup group as Arsenal duo feature

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly came off the bench to help England find the goal they needed to top their u17 World Cup group despite defeat to Brazil.
Amario Cozier-Duberry celebrates a goal for the England u19s (Photo via England on Twitter)

Arsenal 18yo scores in 1st minute of international duty

Amario Cozier-Duberry scored in the first minute of the England u19s' game against Romania on Wednesday, as they kicked off the break with a win.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson provides fantastic assist in EFL Trophy defeat

Arsenal came out on the wrong side of an action-packed EFL Trophy game against Reading on Tuesday, with Fabio Vieira and Reiss Nelson featuring.
Josiah King with the Arsenal academy (Photo via King on Instagram)

Arsenal schoolboy called up by England

Arsenal youngster Josiah King has been called up by the England u15s for a training camp over the international break.
Myles Lewis-Skelly playing for England (Photo via EnglandFootball.com)

Arsenal pair feature as England win dramatic u17 World Cup match

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly started in England's win over Iran at the u17 World Cup on Tuesday, with the team securing an important three points.

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Luis Brown (C) and Ethan Nwaneri (L) warm up with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal youngsters join West Ham & Watford on trial

Two Arsenal youngsters are out on trial with fellow English academies at the moment, after learning they'll be released this summer.
Brayden Clarke with Wales u17s (Photo via Clarke on Instagram)

Arsenal favourites to sign Wales u17 international

Arsenal have reportedly made an offer for Wolves youth centre-back Brayden Clarke, and they're the favourites for his signature.
Noah Cooper warming up for the Arsenal academy (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal inform FA Youth Cup finalist he’ll be released this summer

Arsenal have told youth goalkeeper Noah Cooper he'll be released at the end of the season, according to a report.
Owen Asemota with Arsenal (Photo via Asemota on Instagram)

Arsenal offer deal to England youth international

Arsenal have offered a scholarship deal to young goalkeeper Owen Asemota, who featured for the England u16s this week.
Ayden Heaven (R) and Ethan Nwaneri on the bench for a Champions League game (Photo via Heaven on Instagram)

Multiple clubs chase Arsenal 17yo amid Champions League call-up

Ayden Heaven made his first appearance in an Arsenal senior squad on Wednesday, but the player is drawing rival interest from around England.

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.