Arsenal are reportedly very close to extend the contract of Myles Lewis-Skelly. Hence, an official announcement on the same is close.
A number of reports has also called him the blend of Jack Wilshere and Thomas Partey. Hence, it is clear that Myles is highly rated.
ARSENAL CLOSE TO EXTENDING THE CONTRACT OF MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY
Arsenal have reportedly found a full agreement to extend the contract of Myles Lewis-Skelly. The report also claims that the 16-year old midfielder has signed a new two-year extension. Hence, an announcement is also likely in the upcoming days. A number of reports have also said that the Gunners rate him very highly.
A source close to Arsenal has also said that they see him a big part of the future. Whereas, the other reports also call him the blend of Jack Wilshere and Thomas Partey. A report also claims that he is not the last youth player that is going to be offered a new contract. The Gunners are also planning to offer contract extension to more of the highly rated academy players.
THE GUNNERS ARE ALSO LOOKING TO SECURE THE FUTURE OF MORE OF THEIR ACADEMY PLAYERS
According to reports, Arsenal are aware that their academy players are linked with moves in the next summer transfer window. However, they have intention to let them leave easily. The Gunners are also planning to offer players Ethan Nwaneri new contracts. Chelsea and Manchester City are also aware with his situation.
Hence, Arsenal are also aware that their academy players have impressed teams all over Europe. Therefore, it also means that their academy model is working for them. Mikel Arteta is also not shy to include them in the first team. He has also included players like Lino Sousa and also played gave Premier League debut to 15-year old Ethan Nwaneri against Brentford.
Arsenal at the moment do not have enough squad depth for the Europa League games. Hence, Mikel Arteta made the decision to include academy players in the squad. Therefore, the young players will also keep an eye on the club’s signings in the next summer transfer window.
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