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Chido Obi playing for the Denmark u16s (Photo via Obi on Instagram)

Arsenal youngster scores 4 in international tournament game

Rising football star Chido Obi's prolific performances for Denmark U17s signal great potential for his future at Arsenal.
Oleksandr Zinchenko and Zach Awe compete for the ball in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal 19yo says goodbye ahead of Southampton move

Youth defender Zach Awe has posted a farewell message to Arsenal, amid reports that he's agreed a deal to sign for Southampton.
Nathan Butler-Oyedeji celebrating a goal for the Arsenal u21s (Photo via Butler-Oyedeji on Instagram)

Arsenal 20yo admits he’s spoken to club about move

Nathan Butler-Oyedeji confirms he's spoken to Arsenal about going on loan this season, and he's open to all potential destinations at the moment.
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Arsenal U21 manager Mehmet Ali looks on 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 withdraw from international competition

The Arsenal academy won't take part in the Premier League International Cup this year, presumably due to their participation in the UEFA Youth League.
An Arsenal XI prepare to take on Boreham Wood

Report: Arsenal XI take on Boreham Wood in pre-season friendly

An Arsenal XI largely consisting of under-21 players took on Boreham Wood in the clubs' traditional pre-season friendly on Sunday.
Per Mertesacker in attendance at Arsenal's u21 game vs Reading (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal impact as Premier League confirm major changes to PL2

The Premier League have confirmed the reformatting of the PL2, with fixtures soon to be announced and Arsenal set to be a Pot 1 team.
Mauro Bandeira joins Colchester United on loan (Photo via CU-FC.com)

Arsenal midfielder completes loan move

Arsenal youth midfielder Mauro Bandeira has joined Colchester United on a season-long loan deal, the two clubs have confirmed.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arteta impressed by 3 youngsters in first-team friendly

Arsenal's academy stars impressed against FC Nurnberg on Thursday, proving the bright sparks in a disjointed second half.
Ismail Oulad M'Hand signing his first professional contract with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal sign 2nd brother to professional contract

Arsenal have confirmed a new contract for Ismail Oulad M'Hand, his first professional deal with the club.
Luigi Gaspar signing his new contract with Watford (Photo via WatfordFC.com)

Edu Gaspar’s son confirms contract extension

Luigi Gaspar, the son of former Arsenal midfielder and current technical director Edu, has extended his contract with Watford.
Amario Cozier-Duberry in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal 18yo turned down internationals for pre-season with Arteta

Arsenal academy left-back Lino Sousa turned down the chance to play at the u19 European Championship to stay with Mikel Arteta's squad for pre-season.
Gabriel Martinelli returns to training (via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal first team, u21s, & u18s set for training camps abroad

The Arsenal first team, u21s, and u18s will all head abroad for training camps this month, with the senior side travelling today.
Emile Smith Rowe scores for the England u21s (Photo via England on Twitter)

Emile Smith Rowe wins European Championship with England u21s

Emile Smith Rowe played 66 minutes as the England u21s won the European Championship final against Spain on Saturday afternoon.
Jimi Gower signing his first professional contract with Arsenal, alongside Per Mertesacker (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal announce another new deal for young midfielder

Jimi Gower has become the latest academy player to put pen to paper on a new contract with Arsenal, the club have confirmed.
Josh Robinson signing his first professional contract with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Another Arsenal youngster confirms new long-term contract

Josh Robinson has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal, preparing to step up to the u21s next season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Emile Smith Rowe attends the "All Or Nothing: Arsenal" Global Premiere at Islington Assembly Hall on August 02, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Lia Toby/Getty Images)

Arsenal star provides assist to help England u21s reach Euros final

Returning to the England u21 team for the European Championship semi-final against Israel, Emile Smith Rowe provided an assist in a comfortable victory.
Elian Quesada-Thorn signing his professional contract with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal confirm first contract for Elian Quesada-Thorn

Arsenal youngster Elian Quesada-Thorn has signed his first professional contract with the Gunners, the club have confirmed.
arsenal academy hale end

Arsenal announce 13 first year scholars

Meet the rising talent shaping the future of football: Arsenal's new first-year scholars. 13 promising players to watch in the 2023/24 season.

Arsenal midfielder makes u21 Euros semi-final

Emile Smith Rowe and the England u21s came out on top in their quarter-final against Nuno Tavares and Portugal on Sunday.
Mazeed Ogungbo after signing for Barrow AFC (Photo via Barrow AFC)

Arsenal confirm 20yo sale for undisclosed fee

Arsenal defender Mazeed Ogungbo has completed a permanent transfer to Barrow AFC for an undisclosed fee, after eight years in north London.
Emile Smith Rowe scores for the England u21s (Photo via England on Twitter)

Arsenal duo to face off in u21 Euros quarter-final

Emile Smith Rowe and Nuno Tavares are set to face off against each other in the u21 European Championship quarter-finals this weekend.
Ethan Nwaneri following his debut for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Top Arsenal talent agrees 2 new contracts

Arsenal youngster Ethan Nwaneri has signed scholarship terms with the club and agreed on a professional contract for when he turns 17, according to a report.
Tom Smith with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal 21yo posts farewell after confirmation he’s being released

Goalkeeper Tom Smith has posted a farewell message to Arsenal as he reaches the expiry of his contract with the club this week.
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.
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: Arsenal U21 manager Mehmet Ali looks on 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)

What does new Premier League 2 format mean for Arsenal?

Premier League clubs have voted to bring in a one-tier Swiss-style format for the Premier League 2, according to a report.
Rapid Bucuresti announce the signing of Catalin Cirjan on loan from Arsenal

Arsenal loan out highly-rated 20yo with option to buy

Arsenal midfielder Catalin Cirjan has joined Rapid Bucuresti on loan, with an option to buy for the Romanian first-division side.
Emile Smith Rowe scores for the England u21s (Photo via England on Twitter)

Arsenal star scores in England u21 Euros opening-day win

Emile Smith Rowe helped to kick off the England u21s' European Championship campaign with a win on Thursday, scoring late on against the Czech Republic.
Nikolaj Moller signing his new deal with FC St. Gallen (Photo via St. Gallen)

Arsenal striker completes permanent exit

Nikolaj Moller has joined FC St. Gallen on a permanent transfer, after almost three years at Arsenal including a couple of loan spells.
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: Arsenal U21 manager Mehmet Ali looks on 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)

Draw details confirmed with Arsenal to take part in EFL Trophy

The Arsenal u21s are set to play in the EFL Trophy again this year, with the EFL confirming the date for the Group Stage draw.
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.
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.
Arsenal news and gossip - Brazil's midfielder Marlon Gomes (L) and Brazil's forward Marquinhos gesture at the end of the Argentina 2023 U-20 World Cup Group C football match between Brazil and Nigeria at the Diego Armando Maradona stadium in La Plata, Argentina, on May 27, 2023. (Photo by LUIS ROBAYO/AFP via Getty Images)

2 through, 1 out: Latest on Arsenal players at the u20 World Cup

One Arsenal player was eliminated but two progressed as matches from the u20 World Cup Round of 16 took place on Wednesday.
DEBRECEN, HUNGARY: Myles Lewis-Skelly of England and Marko Zebic of Croatia during the UEFA European Under-17 Championship 2022/23 Group D match between Croatia and England at Balmazújváros Városi Stadion on May 18, 2023. (Photo by Istvan Derencsenyi/UEFA)

Lewis-Skelly assist helps earn England place at u17 World Cup

Myles Lewis-Skelly provided a vital assist as the England u17s secured their spot at the u17 World Cup on Tuesday.
Arsenal news and gossip - Brazil's forward Marquinhos (R) celebrates with Brazil's midfielder Andrey Santos after scoring during the Argentina 2023 U-20 World Cup Group C football match between Brazil and Nigeria at the Diego Armando Maradona stadium in La Plata, Argentina, on May 27, 2023. (Photo by LUIS ROBAYO/AFP via Getty Images)

Marquinhos goal & assist: Arsenal trio make u20 World Cup knockouts

Marquinhos provided his second and third goal contributions of the u20 World Cup group stage on Saturday, as Brazil secured progression to the knockouts.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly (bottom right) lining up with the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

Arsenal duo suffer heartbreak in u17 Euro quarter-finals

Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly started for the England u17s on Saturday, as the Young Lions were eliminated from the Euros by France.
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly (bottom right) lining up with the England u17s (Photo via Nwaneri on Instagram)

Arsenal duo set to face France in u17 Euro quarter-finals

The England u17s are set to face France in the UEFA European Championship quarter-finals, after Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly were largely rested against Switzerland.
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.
DEBRECEN, HUNGARY: Myles Lewis-Skelly of England and Marko Zebic of Croatia during the UEFA European Under-17 Championship 2022/23 Group D match between Croatia and England at Balmazújváros Városi Stadion on May 18, 2023. (Photo by Istvan Derencsenyi/UEFA)

Arsenal youngster scores fantastic goal for England

Myles Lewis-Skelly scored a fantastic goal as the England u17s secured their progression to the next round of the European Championships on Sunday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 05: Vivianne Miedema (L) and Beth Mead of Arsenal looks on prior to the FA Women's Continental Tyres League Cup Final match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on March 05, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

5 leagues, 57 ACL injuries: Miedema calls on FIFA for action

Vivianne Miedema, Arsenal's star forward, voices concerns over the surge in ACL injuries among female football players and calls for more substantial investment and resources.