Arsenal Youth Gossip

Let us trawl through the world’s media for Arsenal youth transfer news and gossip so you don’t have to

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 12: Krystain Bielik during the Arsenal Training Session at at Koragah Oval on July 12, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Bowyer: Bielik is an exceptional player but he needs to learn

Charlton manager Lee Bowyer has admitted Krystian Bielik still has room for improvement, despite making a strong start to life with his new club.
Club Atletico de Madrid v Arsenal - International Champions Cup 2018

Report: Emery vetoes Smith Rowe’s loan move to keep him for first-team

Unai Emery has reportedly vetoed any Emile Smith Rowe plans to leave the club on loan this season, as the head coach wants to keep the 18-year-old around.

USA move to ‘steal’ 17-year-old ‘top Arsenal scholar’ from England

The USA Soccer Federation has called up Forlain Balogun for their u18 team ahead of a tournament in the Czech Republic, ‘leap-frogging’ England and Nigeria who are both interested in the player.

Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham show interest in 17-year-old Elvis Azah

Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham have all shown interest in 17-year-old winger Elvis Azah, after the youngsters trial in pre-season with Cardiff City.
MAJADAHONDA, SPAIN - JANUARY 27: Stephy Mavididi of Arsenal looks on after losing the UEFA Youth League match between Atletico de Madrid and Arsenal at Atletico de Madrid Sport City on January 27, 2015 in Majadahonda, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

Mavididi’s contract with Juventus: Details leaked after ‘full blitz’ on Arsenal

Stephy Mavididi is set to join the Juventus B team in what is a surprising move for many.

Carjan: I’ll sign for Arsenal when I’m 16, then join the first team in...

Catalin Carjan says Arsenal have sent him the tickets to join them as soon as he turns 16, and they want him in the first team in just two years' time.

Arsenal confirm Dasilva has been released after his contract expired

Arsenal have confirmed that Josh Dasilva hasn't signed a new deal with the club, and as a result he's currently a free agent.

Romanian midfielder to sign with Arsenal in December

15-year-old Romanian Cătălin Cârjan will sign a contract with Arsenal when he turns 16 according to an exclusive report from his home country.
Mexico-born Ruben Flores and his family have moved from Canada to Suffolk to pursue the footballing dream of his son, Marcelo, 13, who has signed for Ipswich. L-R Silvana, Marcelo and Tatiana Flores. (via eadt)

Arsenal sign Canadian ‘Craig Bellamy’ who turned down Tottenham and Liverpool

Arsenal have agreed a deal with Ipswich to sign Marcelo Flores after his sister also signed for the club.
Joel Lopez with Spain

Arsenal complete signing of Joel Lopez

Arsenal have completed the signing of Barcelona full-back Joel Lopez, with the youngster joining on scholarship terms until next March, when he can sign a professional contract.

Dragomir posts cryptic hint at possible new Arsenal deal on Instagram

Vlad Dragomir has posted a major hint about his future on Instagram, as speculation continues over whether he'll sign a new deal to stay with Arsenal.
Vlad Dragomir (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Vlad Dragomir wanted by 2 Serie A sides

Vlad Dragomir is a wanted man after being released by Arsenal with Cagliari and Bologna showing an interest in the player according to a report from Romania.

Dasilva and Omole seemingly agree new Arsenal deals

Joshua Dasilva and Tobi Omole appear to have agreed new deals with Arsenal, as they were both spotted in pre-season training on Tuesday.
Sam Greenwood / Sunderland u18s

Arsenal ‘favourites’ to sign 16-year-old Greenwood from Sunderland

Arsenal are in pole position to sign 16-year-old striker Sam Greenwood from Sunderland's academy, according to reports.

Arsenal emerge as favourites to sign Sunderland striker

Arsenal are reportedly the favourites to sign 16-year-old Sam Greenwood from Sunderland after the teenager rejected a contract with the Black Cats. Greenwood, who is...

Barcelona defender agrees to sign for Arsenal

Arsenal have reportedly agreed a deal to sign 16-year-old Joel Lopez Salguero from Barcelona’s youth academy after the player refused a deal to stay in Spain.

Pleguezuelo ‘likely’ to leave Arsenal despite encouraging loan spell

Julio Pleguezuelo completed his loan spell with Gimnastic de Tarragona on Saturday, but it doesn't look likely he'll return to play for the Arsenal first team.

Arsenal close in on two Barcelona youth prospects

Arsenal are closing on two players from the Barcelona academy, according to reports in Spain.

Could Emile Smith Rowe be set for his first Premier League minutes?

Emile Smith Rowe trained with the Arsenal first-team on Saturday, and the youngster could be set for his first Premier League minutes before the end of the campaign.

Arsenal could lose Okonkwo to RB Leipzig or Celtic over contract stand-off

Arsenal could lose 16-year-old goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo to RB Leipzig or Celtic this summer, because the youngster hasn't signed a scholarship with the club.

Arsenal youngster on trial with Derby ahead of summer move

Aaron Eyoma is currently on trial with Derby County ahead of a departure this summer.
Reiss Nelson (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Real Madrid and Monaco lead queue of clubs following Nelson

Real Madrid and AS Monaco are the 'leading contenders' to sign Arsenal youngster Reiss Nelson, according to reports, but there's still a good chance the 18-year-old will stay put.
Reiss Nelson (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal to send Nketiah and Nelson on loan next season

Arsenal are ready to send Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson out on loan, according to reports, but they'll have to wait until next season.

Arsenal want 15-year-old Lopez on free summer transfer from Barcelona

Arsenal are looking for revenge after losing academy graduate Marcus McGuane to Barcelona, by signing Joel Lopez from La Masia.

Tyreece John-Jules to sign professional contract with Arsenal

Tyreece John-Jules is set to sign on professional terms with the club, according to reports.

Folarin Balogun: The 16-year-old ready to nail down u23 spot

From Eddie Nketiah to Reiss Nelson, there are plenty of promising talents coming through the Arsenal u23s at the moment. Could Folarin Balogun be the next to shine?
Vlad Dragomir

Dragomir happy to finally appear in FIFA 18

Vlad Dragomir posted pictures on Instagram after video game developers, EA Sports, updated their FIFA 18 squads to include the youth midfielder with Arsenal.
Marcus McGuane with the England youth teams

McGuane completes Barcelona medical ahead of move from Arsenal

Arsenal youngster Marcus McGuane is completing a medical in Barcelona ahead of his move to the club. He'll join up with their second team, Barcelona B.
Marcus McGuane with the England youth teams

McGuane closes in on Barcelona B move

Marcus McGuane is set to joined Barcelona's youth side.

Arsenal defender becomes Nastic’s ‘fifth reinforcement of the winter market’

Julio Pleguezuelo is set to join Segunda club Nàstic on loan until the end of the season.

Arsenal youngster Eyoma nearing switch to QPR

Queens Park Rangers are giving Arsenal winger Aaron Eyoma a trial ahead of a possible transfer.

Nwakali loan on verge of being cancelled as Arsenal plot his route to first...

Arsenal will recall Kelechi Nwakali from his loan at VVV Venlo as Porto are interested, according to his brother.

Bournemouth and Newcastle lead race for Willock

Bournemouth and Newcastle United are ahead of Leeds United in the race for Chris Willock, as Benfica struggle to give the ex-Arsenal forward enough minutes at the top level.

Mavididi to join Charlton on loan

Charlton Athletic are reportedly set to sign Stephy Mavididi on loan again.

Arsenal scout Jastrzembski who wants North London move

Hertha Berlin youth player Dennis Jastrzembski is holding off on signing a professional contract with the club, as Arsenal try to sign the youngster.

Which Arsenal youngsters could go on loan in January?

Arsène Wenger admitted he expects Arsenal to be busy with loans this January. But which players could the Gunners give temporary moves away to?

Inside Lee Herron’s new role at Arsenal

Lee Herron has reportedly been handed a role at Arsenal's academy, which has led Gooners to speculate over what this could entail.

Arsenal targeting Reading academy manager Lee Herron to work with Mertesacker

Arsenal are eyeing up Reading's academy manager Lee Herron to work with Per Mertesacker in their new youth setup next season.

Riza: I love and support Arsenal

Former Arsenal academy graduate, Ömer Riza, who was most recently manager of Leyton Orient, has been talking about his love for the Gunners in a recent interview.

Liverpool hoping to beat Arsenal to Gibbs-White

Liverpool are trying to beat Arsenal to the signing of Wolves midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White, according to reports.