Arsenal Youth Gossip

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Arsenal striker confirms he’s leaving after recent Everton trial

Arsenal's Omari Benjamin has confirmed that he'll leave the club this summer in an Instagram post.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal remain in contract extension talks with 32-goal youngster

Arsenal remain in contract talks with Chido Martin Obi, with the striker adding to his record-breaking goal tally against Chelsea on Saturday.
Luis Brown in training with West Ham United (Photo via Brown on Instagram)

West Ham likely to sign Arsenal youngster to permanent deal

Arsenal youth defender Luis Brown remains on a trial with West Ham United, with a permanent deal looking increasingly likely.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: Amario Cozier-Duberry of Arsenal during the FA Youth Cup Fifth round match between Arsenal and Cambridge United at Emirates Stadium on February 23, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal fight to keep 18yo winger amid Newcastle talks

Arsenal's promising winger Amario Cozier-Duberry is attracting interest from Newcastle United. Can the Gunners keep their academy star?
Chido Obi-Martin shoots for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

29-goal Arsenal teen called up for u17 Euros as contract talks continue

Chido Martin Obi has been called up by Denmark for the u17 European Championships, as his contract negotiations with Arsenal continue.
Chido Obi-Martin celebrating a hat-trick for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Bayern Munich interested in record-breaking Arsenal youth striker

Bayern Munich are among the clubs interested in Arsenal youth forward Chido Martin Obi, according to a report.
Chido Obi-Martin celebrating a hat-trick for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

10 g/a in 10 games: Arsenal youth striker commits his future

Chido Obi-Martin is hoping to stay at Arsenal for the long term, and he's got his sights set on the u21 team next season.
Myles Lewis-Skelly in training with the Arsenal first team (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal plan to mould 17yo talent into next Zinchenko

Arsenal staff believe 17-year-old talent Myles Lewis-Skelly could become an inverted left-back in the future, according to a report.
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.
David Raya's agent's son shares a picture at London Colney

Arsenal ‘bidding hard’ for Messinho

Arsenal joins the race for Brazilian wonderkid Messinho, competing with top European clubs for his signature.
Hale End academy

Arsenal and Manchester City scout 15yo Danish prodigy

Tristan Aldcroft Panduro, FC Copenhagen's 15-year-old star, catches the eye of Arsenal and Manchester City, with his dual eligibility sparking interest from England and Denmark.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

FA start tug of war for goalscoring Arsenal youngster

FA aims to sway Danish prodigy Chidozie Obi-Martin to represent England, capitalising on his rising profile and recent 10-goal feat for Arsenal's U16.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Charles Sagoe Jr of Arsenal thanks the support pushed by Captain Martin Odegaard during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal youth player called up to senior squad vs Sevilla

Charles Sagoe Jr. is set to feature in Arsenal's Champions League squad to take on Sevilla on Wednesday night, and he may not be the only youth player involved.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Sunderland forward continues trial with Arsenal

Sunderland forward Mason Cotcher is getting another chance with the Arsenal u18s today, after playing for the Gunners on trial last week.
Mason Cotcher playing for the England u17s (Photo via Cotcher on Instagram)

Arsenal hand trial to 17yo forward from Sunderland

Arsenal handed a debut to 17-year-old Mason Cotcher, most recently of Sunderland, in Saturday's u18 fixture away to Middlesbrough.
Salah-Eddine Oulad M'hand with the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal midfielder set for loan move despite ongoing injury

Arsenal midfielder Salah-Eddine Oulad M'Hand is set to join FC Den Bosch on loan for the season, according to a report.
WATFORD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 06: Reuell Walters of Arsenal in action during the FA Youth Cup Fifth round match between Watford FC and Arsenal FC at Vicarage Road on February 06, 2023 in Watford, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Arsenal youngster to replace Jurrien Timber

Mikel Arteta's eyes turn towards Arsenal's prodigy, Reuell Walters, as a promising replacement for the injured Timber.
Ethan Nwaneri following his debut for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Arsenal big guns move to convince Ethan Nwaneri to snub City and Chelsea

Chelsea and Man City join the race for Arsenal's rising star, Ethan Nwaneri, with a tight deadline for Arsenal to agree on scholarship terms.
Ismail Oulad M’Hand

New deal & a loan planned for Arsenal academy brothers

The Salah-Eddine brothers are set to continue their spells with Arsenal, with Ismail signing a new deal and Salah-Eddine set for a loan, according to a report.
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Zach Awe of Arsenal U21 looks to head the ball away from a grounded Jack Connor of Northampton Town during the Papa John's Trophy match between Northampton Town and Arsenal U21 at Sixfields on October 18, 2022. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Arsenal will allow 19yo to leave on a free transfer

Arsenal academy centre-back Zach Awe is set to leave the club this summer when his contract expires, drawing interest from the Championship.
Ethan Nwaneri plays for Arsenal in their friendly against Watford (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal hopeful of extension amid Man City approach

Arsenal haven't given up hope of convincing Ethan Nwaneri to sign a new deal with the club, holding fresh talks over a potential extension.
Ethan Nwaneri plays for Arsenal in their friendly against Watford (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal pair called up by England for u17 Euros

Arsenal's Nwaneri and Myles-Skelly make their mark in England's U17 squad, amidst rumours of Nwaneri's potential move to Manchester City.
Ethan Nwaneri following his debut for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Man City set to snatch Arsenal’s young sensation Ethan Nwaneri

Manchester City are reportedly leading the race to sign Arsenal's teenage sensation, Ethan Nwaneri, raising concerns over Arsenal's talent retention.
Alex Kovacevic with Arsenal (Photo via Kovacevic on Instagram)

Arsenal goalkeeper set to leave after farewell appearance

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Alex Kovacevic is set to leave Arsenal this summer, after being given a farewell appearance on Friday.
Estevao Willian

Arsenal contact Estevao Willian’s agent

Arsenal have reportedly contacted the agent of Brazilian 'wonderkid' Estevao Willian who has already been compared to Lionel Messi. Earlier this year, Arsenal were briefly...
London Colney training centre (Photo via FootballTrainingGrounds.com)

Arsenal scout defender for 6 months, Manchester United now interested

Arsenal, Manchester United and Brighton are competing for the signature of Rangers u16 full-back Jack Wylie but Arsenal have been on his trail for much longer than the others.
James Olayinka (2L) celebrating his goal for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Arsenal Academy)

3 games, 5 goals & assists: Arsenal 21yo searches for new club

James Olayinka is still on the lookout for a new club in the final week of the transfer window, after a strong start to his u21 season.

Arsenal 18yo spoke with Barcelona scouts, now recommended to President

Former Mexico and Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez is returning to Barcelona as coach of their B team and has called on the club to sign Arsenal's Marcelo Flores.
Reyes Cleary with West Bromwich Albion (Photo via Getty Images)

West Brom 35-goal youth forward will leave amid Arsenal links

West Bromwich Albion youth forward Reyes Cleary has decided to leave the club amid links to Arsenal in recent months.
Khayon Edwards with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Edwards on Instagram)

Arsenal confident academy top scorer will sign new deal

Arsenal are still hopeful of tying academy top scorer Khayon Edwards down to a new contract, according to a report.
Reyes Cleary with West Bromwich Albion (Photo via Getty Images)

Arsenal chase teenage striker with impressive goal record

Arsenal are interested in signing up Reyes Cleary as his contract with West Bromwich Albion runs down, according to a report.
Jordan McEneff with Arsenal (Photo via McEneff on Instagram)

Arsenal set to loan out 21-year-old midfielder this month

Shelbourne FC are looking to complete the loan signing of Arsenal academy midfielder Jordan McEneff, according to a report.
Lino Sousa with West Bromwich Albion (Photo via Sousa on Instagram)

Arsenal sign Lino Da Cruz Sousa from West Bromwich Albion

Arsenal have signed 16-year-old left-back Lino Da Cruz Sousa from West Bromwich Albion, according to a report.
Kido Taylor-Hart celebrating his goal against the Spurs u23s (Photo via Taylor-Hart on Twitter)

Arsenal open to January offers for another young player

Arsenal are open to loan offers for Kido Taylor-Hart in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Folarin Balogun of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium, London, England on 22 August 2021. Copyright: Vince Mignott

Arsenal make 7 young players available for loan

Arsenal have made seven of their academy players available for loan moves in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Omar Rekik signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal plan January loan for highly-rated youngster

Arsenal are looking at loan options for youth centre-back Omar Rekik ahead of the January transfer window, according to a report.