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Loan watch: Toral scores and O’Connor makes York City debut

After completing a loan move to York City on Friday, Stefan O'Connor made his debut for the League 2 side on Saturday afternoon. Five other Arsenal...

Wenger won’t sacrifice youth policy

by Lewis Ambrose Arsène Wenger has revealed that no matter how much money Arsenal have he will only merge big signings with the club's philosophy...
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Here’s when Arsenal’s promising stars begin the new season

The Premier League 2 fixtures have officially been confirmed.

Okonkwo signs scholarship deal with Arsenal

16-year-old Arthur Okonkwo has signed a scholarship deal with Arsenal, committing his future to the club after months of speculation.

Eddie Nketiah and Joe Willock prove Arsenal should be putting more faith in youth

A highlight of Arsenal's 3-1 victory over Burnley on Sunday was seeing Eddie Nketiah and Joe Willock take their opportunities, showing what can happen when you put faith in youth.

Smith-Rowe grabs assist as England u17s beat Brazil and reach World Cup final

Arsenal midfielder Emile Smith-Rowe made an assist for hat-trick hero Rhian Brewster as England u17s beat Brazil to book their place in the final of the u17 World Cup.
Chris Willock

Quick watch: Arsenal youngsters lose to Reading as new Premier League 2 kicks off

Arsenal u23s got their new season off to a poor start, losing 2-0 to Reading on Friday night.

Malen scores first Netherlands u17s goal

Dutch striker Donyell Malen netted a penalty for Netherlands u17s on Saturday, his first goal for his country at that level.
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.

New deals for Jordi Osei-Tutu and Joseph Olowu

Jordi Osei-Tutu has signed a contract extension with Arsenal as Joseph Olowu signs his first professional contract.

Watch: Arsenal u18s lose to Southampton

Arsenal's u18s lost 4-1 to Southampton on Saturday at the Staplewood training ground. Going behind as early as the seventh minute, the young Guns levelled...
Michal Rosiak celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal u18s mount impressive comeback ahead of Youth Cup final

Arsenal came from two goals down to draw against Leicester City on Tuesday, in their last match before the FA Youth Cup final next week.
Brazil's midfielder Matheus Martins (L) reacts after losing 3-2 in extra-time of the Argentina 2023 U-20 World Cup quarter-final football match between Israel and Brazil and qualifying to the semi-finals at the San Juan del Bicentenario stadium in San Juan, Argentina, on June 3, 2023. (Photo by ANDRES LARROVERE/AFP via Getty Images)

Brazil U20s bow out as Marquinhos’ dreams crushed

Marquinhos' dream of U20 world cup glory ends abruptly as Brazil suffers a loss to Israel. A thrilling match that went into extra-time showcased football at its finest.

Match Report: Arsenal u18s lose 4-1 to Fulham

Arsenal's u18s made a very disappointing start to the new season losing 4-1 to Fulham.

International youth round-up: Nketiah scores again as Arsenal youngsters impress

Eddie Nketiah scored yet another goal at youth level on Monday, and he wasn't the only Arsenal youngster to impress for his country over the international break.
Bukayo Saka with England (Photo via Instagram / BukayoSaka87)

Bukayo Saka and former Gunner Xavier Amaechi involved in the goals for England u19s’...

Bukayo Saka provided an assist for the England u19s' second goal in a 4-0 win over Luxembourg on Wednesday, with former Gunner Xavier Amaechi also involved in the goals.

Zelalem should serve as an example says Rangers boss

Gedion Zelalem enjoyed a mixed time in Scotland during his season long loan with Rangers.
Arsenal u16s after their Premier League National Cup semi-final win over Blackburn Rovers (Photo via Twitter)

Arsenal u16s make Premier League National Cup final

The Arsenal u16s won their u16 Premier League National Cup semi-final against Blackburn Rovers this weekend, making the final for the second year running.

Arsenal youth team sent off to Mumbai for friendly matches

Arsenal and Leicester City sent their u14 youth teams to play in Mumbai, to take part in the first ever Premier League-Indian Super League Youth Games.
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Mavididi hailed by Charlton fans despite defeat

Stephy Mavididi played the full 90 minutes for Charlton Athletic as they lost at home to Oxford United but the Arsenal man came close to scoring a number of times for the League One side and was hailed by fans.
Club Atletico de Madrid v Arsenal - International Champions Cup 2018

Willock, Pleguezuelo, Smith Rowe and Nketiah join first-team training before Brentford clash

Four Arsenal academy stars joined first-team training on Tuesday, ahead of the Gunners' League Cup opener against Brentford.
Kelechi Nwakali

Kelechi Nwakali – transfer fee, appearance bonuses and clauses broken down

Arsenal could end up paying up to £4.5m for Kelechi Nwakali, the Nigerian midfielder they purchased in the summer from Diamond Academy. Here's how

Nketiah cameos prove he deserves a chance against Milan

Eddie Nketiah came on and looked lively against Brighton at the weekend, but he continues to have to settle for a few minutes here and there with the first team.
The Dream Factory: Inside the Make-or-Break World of Football's Academies

Episode 300 Pt 2: Exclusive Interview with Ryan Baldi about the English Football Academy...

As a special extra to celebrate 300 episodes, an exclusive interview with football writer Ryan Baldi (@RyanBaldiFW) about what he learnt researching his new book ' The Dream Factory: Inside the Make-or-Break World of Football’s Academies'.
Charlie Patino signs his 1st pro contract with Arsenal with Academy Director Per Mertesacker. Arsenal Training Ground. London Colney, Herts, 16/10/20. Credit : Arsenal Football Club / David Price.

Charlie Patino and Zane Monlouis sign professional Arsenal deals

Charlie Patino and Zane Monlouis signed professional contracts with Arsenal on Wednesday, after they both turned 17 recently.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - JANUARY 02: New Arsenal signing Konstantinos Mavropanos with manager Arsene Wenger at London Colney on January 2, 2018 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Mavropanos vows to give ‘everything’ to ‘repay this honour’

Arsenal's new £2m signing Konstantinos Mavropanos has thanked the club for signing him from Greek side PAS Giannina and giving him the chance to play football at the top level.
Brooke Norton-Cuffy with the Arsenal academy (Photo via Norton-Cuffy on Instagram)

Exciting 17-year-old signs professional contract with Arsenal

Youth right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal, after turning 17 earlier this week.

Willock, Nelson, Sheaf, Dasilva: The young Gunners helping Arsenal to silverware

Arsenal's young Gunners delivered impressive showings in the Carabao Cup, helping the team progress to the semi-finals and to the cusp of some silverware.
Hubert Graczyk with Arsenal (Photo via Graczyk on Instagram)

Arsenal’s Hubert Graczyk swaps England for Poland

Arsenal goalkeeping prospect Hubert Graczyk is swapping England for Poland, joining up with the Poland u19s for a training camp at the end of this month.
Miguel Azeez signing for UD Ibiza (Photo via UD Ibiza on Twitter)

Arsenal loan 2 more young midfielders on deadline day

Though they didn't manage to bring in a midfielder on deadline day, Arsenal let a couple of their youth midfielders leave on loan deals.
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.

Alex Iwobi: Starting against Barcelona was crazy!

Alex Iwobi has spoken to FourFourTwo about starting for Arsenal against Barcelona, admitting that the feelings were crazy and that he had to keep it a secret.

Arsenal offer 10 first-year scholarships and release six others

Arsenal have reportedly offered 10 players first-year scholarships for next season, while releasing six other players.

Rosiak rocket fires Arsenal to victory: Under-18s crush Leicester with four-goal haul

Arsenal U18s roar back! Rosiak, Kamara & Obi-Martin fire Gunners to 4-0 win over Leicester. 4th straight victory seals top 3 spot + cup clash with Man Utd awaits! [link to Arsenal U18s page].
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.

Jon Toral could get that new contract after all

Jon Toral is desperate to get a new Arsenal deal, and he could be about to get his wish.
Khayon Edwards scores against Boreham Wood (Photo via Edwards on Instagram)

Exclusive: Injury latest on 2 young Arsenal strikers

Arsenal u21 strikers Khayon Edwards and Billy Vigar picked up injuries in pre-season, but they're optimistic over their recoveries.
Lille's French defender Fode Ballo-Toure (R) vies with Angers' French midfielder Jeff Reine Adelaide during the French L1 football match Lille vs Angers on February 24 2018 at the Pierre Mauroy stadium in Villeneuve d'Ascq, northern france. ( / AFP PHOTO / PHILIPPE HUGUEN / Getty Images)

Loan watch: Reine-Adelaide and Martinez receive consecutive starts

Jeff Reine-Adelaide made it two wins in two starts and Lucas Perez played his 14th match without a goal, as six Arsenal loanees featured over the weekend.
Chido Obi playing for the Denmark u16s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

Suspended Arsenal youngster scores twice on international duty

Suspended Arsenal youngster Chido Obi has certainly made the most of the international break, scoring twice for the Denmark u17s.
The Arsenal u21s celebrating a win on penalties (Photo via Brooke Norton-Cuffy on Twitter)

Arsenal draw Chelsea in EFL Trophy

The Arsenal u21s will face off against the Chelsea u21s in the next round of the EFL Trophy, as the only u21 teams in the competition.