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Tyreece John-Jules celebrating scoring for Lincoln City against Blackpool (Photo via Twitter)

Smith & John-Jules set for loans in coming weeks

Matt Smith and Tyreece John-Jules will follow Zak Swanson and Zech Medley out on loan in the coming weeks, as they continue their development.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Trae Coyle of Arsenal during the friendly match between Arsenal and Brentford at Emirates Stadium on June 10, 2020. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Official: Trae Coyle joins Gillingham on loan

Arsenal academy 19-year-old Trae Coyle is joining Zech Medley on loan at Gillingham next season, signing a one-year deal with the club.
Bukayo Saka modelling the new Arsenal 2020/21 shirt (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal players snubbed, Premier League award change needed

Despite having a phenomenal season, Bukayo Saka was not included in the Premier League's selection for the Young Player of the Year award while Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also misses out on the senior award.
Matthew Dennis after signing for Norwich City (Photo via Canaries.co.uk)

Matthew Dennis signs for Norwich City on free transfer

Arsenal youngster Matthew Dennis joined Norwich City on Tuesday, completing a permanent transfer after coming to the end of his contract.
Finley Stevens after signing for Brentford B (Photo via BrentfordFC.com)

Official: Ex-Arsenal academy Finley Stevens joins Brentford

Former Arsenal academy defender Fin Stevens is joining Brentford, signing his first professional contract with the promotion-chasing Championship club.
Folarin Balogun with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Balogun confused at exclusion from PL2 POTS nominees

Folarin Balogun took to social media on Saturday to express his confusion at not making the PL2 Player of the Season nominees, despite being top scorer.
Catalin Cirjan (Photo via Instagram)

Arsenal promote Cirjan to u23s after strong debut season

Catalin Cirjan is joining the Arsenal u23 squad ahead of next season, following an encouraging first campaign in English youth football.
Arsenal's English striker Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on July 4, 2020. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by CATHERINE IVILL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Jonker explains the doubts around Saka at youth level

Andries Jonker says the Arsenal academy worried that Bukayo Saka might be overachieving at youth level thanks to his physical advantages.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JULY 06: Matthew Dennis of Arsenal during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Boreham Wood and Arsenal XI at Meadow Park on July 06, 2019, in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal teenager Matthew Dennis to sign for Norwich City

Arsenal academy product Matthew Dennis will sign for Norwich City this summer, according to reports, after confirming his exit last month.

The youth players likely to step up after Nketiah ban

Eddie Nketiah will receive a three-game ban after his red card against Leicester City, so let's look at how Arsenal will replace him.
Folarin Balogun (Photo via Instagram / FolarinBalogun67)

Southampton and Brentford among clubs after Balogun

Southampton and Brentford are reportedly in the race for Arsenal academy striker Folarin Balogun, who looks likely to leave the club this summer.
Robbie Burton and Nathan Tormey with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Twitter)

Nathan Tormey confirms decision to leave Arsenal

Arsenal youth winger Nathan Tormey confirmed his decision to leave the club on Thursday, turning down the offer of a new contract.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Arthur Okonkwo of Arsenal in action during the Premier League 2 match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Okonkwo back at Arsenal training ground after absence

Youth goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo is back at the Arsenal training ground, following the recent injury to senior keeper Bernd Leno.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Trae Coyle of Arsenal during the friendly match between Arsenal and Brentford at Emirates Stadium on June 10, 2020. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Coyle, Martinelli, Saka & Saliba make Golden Boy longlist

Trae Coyle, Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka and William Saliba are all on the latest longlist of Golden Boy nominees for 2020.
Pedro Virginia after signing for FC Porto (Photo via FCPorto.pt)

Official: Porto confirm signing of Arsenal’s Pedro Virginia

Arsenal academy goalkeeper Pedro Virginia joined FC Porto in a permanent transfer this week, with his new club confirming the move.
Pedro Virginia (Photo via Instagram)

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Pedro Virginia confirms his exit

Arsenal youth goalkeeper Pedro Virginia confirmed his departure from the club on Friday, posting a thank-you message on Instagram.
Marcelo Flores (Photo via Facebook / IstriaYouthCup)

Marcelo Flores earns scholarship deal with Arsenal

Youth talent Marcelo Flores will take up a scholarship deal with Arsenal next season, despite his sisters leaving for Chelsea.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JULY 06: Matthew Dennis of Arsenal during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Boreham Wood and Arsenal XI at Meadow Park on July 06, 2019, in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Matthew Dennis seemingly confirms Arsenal departure

Arsenal 18-year-old Matthew Dennis seemingly confirmed his exit from this club this summer in an Instagram post this weekend.
Daniel Kelly (Photo via Herald Scotland)

Arsenal-linked Daniel Kelly signs new Celtic deal to 2024

Celtic youngster Daniel Kelly will remain with the club after signing a pre-professional contract to 2024, despite links to Arsenal.
Alfie Matthews with Arsenal (Photo via Instagram)

Alfie Matthews hints at possible transfer away from Arsenal

Arsenal youth forward Alfie Matthews is hinting at a transfer away from the club on his Instagram story, posting about a 'big move'.

Spurs’ Oluwayemi ranks Saka as toughest opponent

Tottenham Hotspur youth goalkeeper Joshua Oluwayemi admits Bukayo Saka was his most challenging youth opponent, as much as that pains him.
Daniel Ballard in training with Arsenal (Photo via Ballard on Instagram)

Ballard rejoins training: Could he earn a first-team shot?

Youth centre-back Daniel Ballard is one of the players back in training at Arsenal, fighting to earn his senior debut with the club.
BARNET, ENGLAND - JULY 24: James Hillson of Arsenal celebrates his sides first goal during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Barnet and Arsenal at The Hive on July 24, 2019 in Barnet, England. (Photo by Jack Thomas/Getty Images)

Arsenal renew 19-year-old’s contract after just one season

Arsenal have reportedly agreed a new contract with goalkeeper James Hillson who is expected to be sent out on loan next season.

Arsenal make sports psychologists available for Academy players

Arsenal have reportedly made sure that their sports psychologists are on call for Academy players, a move that surely seems sensible regardless of any pandemic.
Ismet Lushaku (Photo via Lushaku on Instagram)

Lushaku admits it would be ‘great’ to play for Arsenal

Ismet Lushaku is still hoping to play for Arsenal in the future, despite putting his trial at the club on hold during the current pandemic.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Karl Hein of Arsenal during the Premier League 2 game between Arsenal FC and Derby County at Meadow Park on January 03, 2020 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Karl Hein explains why he chose Arsenal over United

Karl Hein gave a number of surprising factors in an explanation of why he chose Arsenal over Manchester United back in 2018.
Omari Hutchinson Instagram Live Workout details

Arsenal’s Omari Hutchinson running live home-workouts

Talented Arsenal youngster Omari Hutchinson wants to inspire the next generation of football talent by helping them with their home-workouts whilst in isolation.
Ben Sheaf (Photo via Doncaster Free Press)

Sheaf wins Goal of the Month award with Doncaster Rovers

Arsenal loanee Ben Sheaf won Doncaster Rovers' Goal of the Month award for February, after scoring his first goal in senior football.
Thomas Reis with Jordi Osei-Tutu (Photo via Osei-Tutu on Instagram)

Reis: Osei-Tutu has huge talent and is really dynamic

Thomas Reis described Jordi Osei-Tutu as a huge talent, suggesting VfL Bochum could start the Arsenal loanee alongside Simon Zoller - before their game's postponement.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - MARCH 03: Folarin Balogun of Arsenal FC celebrates with his team mates after scoring his sides fourth goal during the Premier League International Cup match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco FC at Meadow Park on March 03, 2020, in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Preview: Arsenal u23s face Spurs in Friday PL2 clash

Arsenal u23s face Spurs in the Premier League 2 on Friday, looking to get back to winning ways and increase the gap to their local rivals.
Harry Clarke (Photo via Twitter)

Harry Clarke picks up injury: Claims it’s a ‘minor’ setback

Arsenal u23 centre-back Harry Clarke picked up a minor injury in the last week or so, ruling him out of Friday's North London derby.
Arsenal's Tyreece John-Jules working on his injury rehabilitation (Photo via John-Jules on Twitter)

Tyreece John-Jules returns to Arsenal for injury rehab

Tyreece John-Jules returned to Arsenal this week to begin his injury rehabilitation, ending his loan spell at Lincoln City early.
Alfie Matthews and Pablo Mari in training with Arsenal (Photo via Alfie Matthews on Instagram)

5 academy players joined training with Arsenal first team

Before the Premier League postponed the Manchester City clash with Arsenal on Wednesday, five academy players were in training with the first team.
SSE Airtricity League Premier Division, Turner's Cross, Cork 14/2/2020 Cork City vs Shelbourne Cork City's Joseph Olowu Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

Olowu plays well despite Cork City defeat & injury scare

Joseph Olowu played well again on Friday against St. Patricks, despite an injury scare and another disappointing result for Cork City.
Kido Taylor-Hart (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal u18s crash out of FA Youth Cup at Ewood Park

The Arsenal u18s crashed out of the FA Youth Cup in disappointing fashion, losing heavily away to Blackburn Rovers on Friday.

James Olayinka close to injury comeback for Northampton

On-loan Arsenal midfielder James Olayinka is in contention to return from injury this weekend against Mansfield, according to a report.
Jordi Osei-Tutu celebrates his goal (Photo via VfL Bochum on Instagram)

Reis: Osei-Tutu played very well, instrumental in our goals

Thomas Reis praised Jordi Osei-Tutu for his performance against Sandhausen last weekend but admits there's competition for starting places.
Tyreece John-Jules via Lincoln City

John-Jules unlikely to play again this season after injury

Tyreece John-Jules is very unlikely to play again this season, according to the Lincoln City manager, after suffering an injury in a friendly.
Daniel Ballard with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Ballard shows leadership in positive return from injury

Daniel Ballard made an encouraging return to the pitch on Tuesday, after a knee injury put him out for just over six months.
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - MARCH 03: Folarin Balogun of Arsenal FC scores his sides third goal from the penalty spot during the Premier League International Cup match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco FC at Meadow Park on March 03, 2020, in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Arsenal u23s progress to semi-finals with Monaco win

Arsenal u23s came from behind to win a rollercoaster clash with Monaco in the Premier League International Cup on Tuesday, progressing to the semi-finals.