Arsenal have managed to agree on a new deal with the 16-year-old midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, who was a target for Chelsea.
Ethan Nwaneri was heavily linked with Chelsea and Manchester City this summer. But a report from Daily Telegraph claims that the 16-year-old has now committed his long-term future to Arsenal.
Arsenal were desperate to agree on a new deal with him. Nwaneri is highly rated at Arsenal, and he has a big future ahead of him. The 16-year-old is a prodigious talent, and there is no reason why he cannot develop into an important first-team player for the Gunners in the coming seasons. Arsenal will be hoping to nurture the talented young player into a first-team star now.
Chelsea have previously signed Omari Hutchinson from Arsenal, and they were hoping to poach another talented young player away from the north London club. However, the Blues have been unsuccessful in their attempts and the player has chosen to continue with Arsenal.
Arsenal have a proven track record of improving young players and helping them fulfil their potential. It remains to be seen whether Nwaneri can force his way into the first team setup in the coming seasons. The midfielder could be a useful option for Arsenal, especially in the cup games.
Exposure to first-team football could accelerate his development, and Mikel Arteta could be the ideal manager to guide the player. The Spanish manager helped Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli develop since taking over at Arsenal, and he could pave the way for Nwaneri to join the first team set-up in the coming season as well.
The midfielder’s decision to sign a new contract with Arsenal will certainly delight the fans, and the Gunners will now look to finish the transfer window on a high by improving their first-team squad. Arsenal have been very active in the transfer market and they are closing in on a number of big-money signings.
Also Read: Kai Havertz brings a much-needed positional dilemma for Mikel Arteta
The North Londoners came close to winning the league title last year, and it remains to be seen whether they can push Manchester City for the title once again in the upcoming season.
