Arsenal’s rising star Ethan Nwaneri is poised to ink a record-breaking deal with the Gunners following intense competition from top Premier League clubs, including Manchester City and Chelsea. Here are the key details:
Record-Breaking Deal:
- Nwaneri, aged 16, will transition from his current scholarship agreement to a professional contract with Arsenal as soon as he turns 17 on March 21.
- Arsenal has reportedly offered him the highest-ever wages for an academy player in the club’s history, making it a record-breaking deal.
Strong Interest from Premier League Rivals:
- Manchester City and Chelsea have both shown significant interest in the attacking midfielder, with Man City tabling a substantial offer for his services.
Impressive Development:
- Nwaneri has impressed Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta and club hierarchy with his development since joining the academy in 2016.
- He made his senior debut for Arsenal last season, becoming the youngest-ever Premier League player at 15 years and 181 days old.
Recent Performances:
- This season, Nwaneri has been included in the senior matchday squad on six occasions across all competitions.
- He scored 13 goals and provided three assists in 13 games for Arsenal’s under-19s and under-21s teams.
Current Premier League Standings:
- Arsenal currently sits third in the Premier League table, just two points behind the league leaders, following their dominant 6-0 victory over Sheffield United.
- Their next match is against Brentford on Saturday evening.
Despite strong interest from rival clubs, Arsenal seems poised to retain Nwaneri’s services with a lucrative contract, highlighting their commitment to nurturing young talent for the future.