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Loan watch: Distracted Wilshere, Szczesny plays but minutes elsewhere limited

Wojciech Szczesny played the full 90 minutes as Roma prevailed in an impressive 3-1 away win against title challengers Napoli.

Confirmed: Akpom joins Brighton

Chuba Akpom has joined Brighton on loan until the end of the season.

Watch: Slick skills from Arsenal’s 15-year-old midfielder

Trae Coyle may not be a name that many Arsenal fans are familiar with but if he keeps pulling off little tricks like we’ve been seeing from him this year, then that’s bound to change soon.

Arsenal keeper signs new deal

Arsenal tie down another youngster to a new deal, this time goalkeeper Deyan Iliev.
Reiss Nelson (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

6 Arsenal youngsters who could save Arsenal a fortune in the transfer window

Arsenal's January signings should make useful additions to the squad, but there are still other areas that need addressing in the summer. Could any academy players fill the gaps?
WOLFSBURG, GERMANY - DECEMBER 08: Reiss Nelson of Hoffenheim (L) fights for the ball with Maximilian Arnold of Wolfsburg during the Bundesliga match between VfL Wolfsburg and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Volkswagen Arena on December 8, 2018 in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Selim Sudheimer/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson back in Germany after extended break for ‘family reasons’

Arsenal youngster Reiss Nelson, currently on loan at Hoffenheim in Germany, is remaining in England after the conclusion of the Bundesliga's winter break, for 'family reasons'.

Nelson after debut Hoffenheim goal: I want to be a great player for the...

Reiss Nelson is looking forward to the season with Hoffenheim, after making a strong early impression with a debut goal for the Bundesliga club.
Per Mertesacker in attendance at Arsenal's u21 game vs Reading (Photo via Arsenal Academy on Twitter)

Arsenal academy triallist scores & assists on league debut

Triallist Mason Cotcher provided a goal and an assist as the Arsenal u18s drew 3-3 away to Crystal Palace on Saturday.
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Loan watch – Crowley and Kamara get valuable game time

Dan Crowley and Glen Kamara both made starts for their loan teams during their Checkatrade Trophy matches on Tuesday night.
George Lewis (R) and Salah-Eddine Oulad M'Hand (L) with the Arsenal u21s (Photo via David Price on Twitter)

Video highlights: Lewis & Balogun score in Arsenal u21 victory over Ipswich

The Arsenal academy kicked off the new competitive season with a win over Ipswich Town in the EFL Trophy, with a goal from summer signing George Lewis.

Arsenal youth & reserves news 13th January 2015

News Reserve keeper Matt Macey joined Accrington Stanley on loan. The initial deal is for one month but should it go well it will be...

Brother says Arsenal want him for 1st team but permit problems will persist

In a recent interview, Kelechi Nwakali's brother, Allwell, said Arsenal want the Nigerian to play in their first team soon. We looked at how likely that is to happen.
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

Tyreece John-Jules scores and Arthur Okonkwo keeps clean sheet as England u18s reach Slovakia...

Tyreece John-Jules and Arthur Okonkwo continued to impress for the England u18s on Thursday, in a 2-0 win over Mexico.
Brooke Norton-Cuffy with the Arsenal academy (Photo via Norton-Cuffy on Instagram)

Arsenal confirm surgery success: Norton-Cuffy will be out for 6 weeks

Arsenal have confirmed Brooke Norton-Cuffy is expected to be out of action for around six weeks after surgery on a knee problem.

Arsenal sell young defender to West Ham

by Nia Griffiths Weeks after Carl Jenkinson completed a move to West Ham for another season-long-loan, 17-year-old George Dobson has transferred to the club permanently. The...

Iwobi urged to snub Nigeria as Afobe is told the same regarding DC Congo

Nigeria and DC Congo might feel a little bit put out today after both Arsene Wenger and Eddie Howe both advised Alex Iwobi and...

Loan suggests difficult future for Akpom

Teenage striker Chuba Akpom has completed a loan move to Championship side Hull City. Tigers boss Steve Bruce was eager to add some goals and youth...
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - MARCH 04: Daniel Ballard of Arsenal runs with the ball during the Premier League 2 match between Arsenal and Swansea City at Meadow Park on March 04, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

Daniel Ballard named in senior Northern Ireland squad for second consecutive time

Daniel Ballard has been named in the senior Northern Ireland squad for the second time in a row, despite not having made his debut for Arsenal just yet.
Folarin Balogun celebrates his hat-trick against Brighton u23s (Photo via David Price)

Folarin Balogun needs Arsenal first-team chance after another hat-trick

The Arsenal u23s' makeshift defence struggled in defeat to Derby on Friday night, but Folarin Balogun continued to shine with a hat-trick.

Loan watch: Toral an injury doubt

Like many of the Arsenal youngsters who have gone out on loan this summer, Jon Toral has had an impressive start to the season. Playing...
Charlie Patino with England (Photo via Instagram / CharliePatino10)

Charlie Patino starts in 3-1 England u16 win at Montaigu Tournament

Arsenal youngster Charlie Patino started his second match of the Montaigu Tournament on Saturday, as England defeated Portugal 3-1 in their final group stage game.
Josh Martin / Photo via Canaries.co.uk

Norwich City confirm signing of Arsenal 17-year-old Josh Martin

Norwich City have confirmed the signing of Arsenal academy teenager Josh Martin, after he completed a successful trial period with the club.

Arsenal youth news + loan roundup

Catch up with all of Arsenal's players who are currently out on loan as well as the news from the youth team and reserves for the past week.

Loan watch: Campbell makes first start, Asano and Mavididi also involved

Three Arsenal loanees played a part in Saturday's matches, of the six players available for selection.
Khayon Edwards after injury surgery (Photo via Edwards on Twitter)

2 Arsenal youngsters ruled out with injury as 1 has surgery

Khayon Edwards has undergone surgery and Maldini Kacurri has suffered an injury in a couple of blows to the Arsenal academy.
Brooke Norton-Cuffy signing for Coventry City on loan (Photo via Norton-Cuffy on Twitter)

Arsenal recall 18yo and re-loan him within minutes

Arsenal recalled and re-loaned Brooke Norton-Cuffy this week, moving him from Rotherham United to Coventry City.

10-minute read: Ainsley Maitland-Niles – Arsenal’s next breakthrough prospect?

This summer, with most fans pre-occupied by the excitement and fear surrounding the comings and goings of established first teamers, it’s easy to forget those players who are trying to create a foothold for themselves at the top level.

Nelson makes further case for first-team chances with another goal for the u23s

Reiss Nelson scored yet another goal for the Arsenal u23s on Monday, dropping back down to the academy side after his recent run with the senior team.

Watch: Young guns clinical in season opener

Arsenal u18s beat Norwich 2-0.

England’s U19 squad for the European Championships: Josh Dasilva included, Willock left out

In somewhat surprising news, midfielder Josh Dasilva has retained his England place ahead of July's U19 European Championships, while Benfica-born winger Chris Willock will not feature.
Folarin Balogun vs Fulham u18s on 1st December 2018, via ArsenalAcademy on Twitter

Folarin Balogun reaches 30 season goal contributions with brace against West Ham

Arsenal's u18s defeated West Ham 5-2 on Saturday to continue their push for the league title, with Folarin Balogun playing a starring role once again.
WOLFSBURG, GERMANY - DECEMBER 08: Reiss Nelson of Hoffenheim (L) fights for the ball with Maximilian Arnold of Wolfsburg during the Bundesliga match between VfL Wolfsburg and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Volkswagen Arena on December 8, 2018 in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Selim Sudheimer/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson misses Hoffenheim clash with Bayern Munich with injury

Reiss Nelson was mysteriously absent from Hoffenheim's squad to face Bayern Munich on Friday, but it now appears he missed out with injury, rather than for tactical reasons.
Zach Awe signing his professional contract (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Awe-some: Arsenal teenager signs new contract

Arsenal centre-back Zach Awe has signed his first professional contract with the club and joined the Europa League squad list, after recently turning 17.

Watch: Serge Gnabry's u21 goal v Bolton

On Monday night, Arsenal's reserves beat Bolton's 3-1 away at the Macron Stadium. Goals from Brandon Ormonde-Ottewill, Alex Iwobi and Serge Gnabry secured a comfortable...
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Daniel Ballard of Arsenal wins a header over Troy Parrott of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League 2 match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on August 31, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Arsenal academy defender Daniel Ballard called up to Northern Ireland senior squad

Arsenal academy defender Daniel Ballard has been named in North Ireland's senior squad for their upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Estonia and Belarus.

Leicester City set to sign Vontae Daley-Campbell after Arsenal contract expires

Youth right-back Vontae Daley-Campbell is set to sign for Leicester City, after running down his contract with Arsenal.

Utrecht to put Moore into youth team

FC Utrecht seem set to play Tafari Moore in their youth team despite Arsenal saying the 19-year-old would now ‘test himself in the top tier of Dutch football.’
Billy Vigar with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Vigar on Instagram)

Arsenal youngster set to receive new contract after strong form

Arsenal 18-year-old Billy Vigar will sign a professional contract with the club ahead of next season, after a strong end to the current campaign.

Match report: Young guns stun West Ham

Arsenal's u21s recorded their third consecutive victory in emphatic fashion as they thrashed West Ham 5-0 at the Emirates on Friday. Just fifteen minutes in,...