Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Rodrygo BOOST, Gunners to ‘move swiftly' for Eze deal, Gyokeres debut
Mike Arteta has joined the chorus of Arsenal fans who have been left astonished by the exploits of Max Dowman.
Dowman, 15, stole the show in a half hour cameo as the Gunners edged out Newcastle 3-2 in a friendly.
The teenager made a mockery of established Premier League defenders during the clash in Singapore as he won the penalty - scored by Martin Odegaard - which sealed the deal in Arsenal 's favour.
He didn't just pass the eye test either, with an impressive stat line including two out of three successful dribbles, two shots on target and being the most fouled player in the whole game hammering home his potential.
Speaking after the match, even Arsenal boss Arteta was unable to tone down his high-hopes for the prodigy.
He said: "Yeah, it is special. Obviously what he's done today against this team in the time that he had on the pitch is something certainly not common to witness for a 15-year-old.
"We are extremely happy to have him. I think again the environment that he's around in.
"His family, the people at the club and around the academy as well, super helpful because they put him into this position so early in his journey, having a real chance and a real presence when he plays for the first time."
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scottish Sun
27 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
Luke Littler, 18, fails driving theory test for a FIFTH time and scores even worse than last attempt just two weeks ago
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LUKE LITTLER has failed his driving theory test for an astonishing FIFTH time. The darts sensation conquered his rivals yet again at the World Matchplay last weekend. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Luke Littler has failed his theory driving test for a fifth time Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 The darts star's score decreased in one department Credit: Instagram @lukethenukelittler Play Dream Team now! Play The Sun Dream Team ahead of the 2025/26 season Free to play Over £100,000 in total prize money Play in Mini Leagues against your mates Submit a team for Gameweek 1 to enter £5,000 prize draw Play via Dream Team's app or website today! He is the youngest triple crown winner ever but there is still one obstacle he cannot get over - his driving test. Littler, 18, has failed his theory test for a fifth time. And to make matters worse, he scored worse than he did on the test he failed just two weeks ago. The Nuke improved in the area he needed, hazard perception, going from 41/75 to the 44/75 required to pass. READ MORE ON LITTLER WADING IN Darts star who broke etiquette vs Littler tipped for Premier League comeback However, his multiple choice score decreased from a passworthy 45/50 to 41/50 - a fail. Littler has shared updates throughout his theory test journey, and posted his latest results alongside the caption: "5th time and counting...😵" Littler, who bagged himself an MBE last month, was recently teased by his pal on TV for being unable to pass his theory. Morgan Burtwistle, better known as streamer AngryGinge, referenced Littler's extensive trophy cabinet and lucrative brand deals during their Celebrity Gogglebox appearance. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS He asked: 'What have we got behind us here, Luke?' Littler replied: 'What haven't we got?' Luke Littler takes part in annual fishing competition Joking with his friend, AngryGinge answered: 'You can do all this, but you can't pass your driving theory.'
Daily Mirror
27 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal discover deadline to trigger Eberechi Eze's transfer clause as three issues emerge
Arsenal are moving on to Eberechi Eze as their next top transfer target after landing Viktor Gyokeres, but the Gunners must move quick before the Crystal Palace star's release clause expires in the middle of next month Arsenal are facing obstacles in their bid to sign Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze after learning that his £68million release clause expires two weeks before the end of the transfer window. The Gunners have switched their primary focus to signing Eze after finally sealing a move for long-term target Viktor Gyokeres, but it won't be a simple transfer to complete. Eze is in high demand this summer after another superb campaign for the Eagles saw him lead the club to their first ever FA Cup triumph, starring in the 2-1 win over Manchester City at Wembley. Arsenal have been busy in this transfer as Mikel Arteta looks to finally break their cycle of agony in their bid for the Premier League title. Gyokeres is their sixth signing of the window, following the arrivals of Kepa Arrizabalaga, Cristhian Mosquera, Christian Norgaard, Martin Zubimendi and Noni Madueke - and Eze would add some added quality into their midfield. According to a report by BBC Sport, Arsenal have "genuine interest" in Eze but have not shown any indications that they plan on triggering his £68m release clause. The Gunners now have a number of issues to thrash through if they plan on getting the Eze deal. The first of those is that they'll have to race to secure his signature before the release clause expires in the middle of August. However, Arsenal value Eze lower than £68m and hope to strike a deal below the threshold - although they reportedly plan on selling one of their attackers before formalising a move for the England international. That would further delay a move for Eze, edging ever closer to the release clause's expiry date. Adding to the club's problems in such a deal is that Eze's favourite position is at No 10, where Arsenal are already well stocked with captain Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz. That means Eze could be forced to move out wide to the left, a role he can play adequately in, but he would certainly lose the freedom he currently enjoys at Selhurst Park. Arsenal are currently on a pre-season tour of Asia, where they are preparing to face north London rivals Tottenham in Hong Kong on Thursday.
The Sun
27 minutes ago
- The Sun
Luke Littler, 18, fails driving theory test for a FIFTH time and scores even worse than last attempt just two weeks ago
LUKE LITTLER has failed his driving theory test for an astonishing FIFTH time. The darts sensation conquered his rivals yet again at the World Matchplay last weekend. 2 2 He is the youngest triple crown winner ever but there is still one obstacle he cannot get over - his driving test. Littler, 18, has failed his theory test for a fifth time. And to make matters worse, he scored worse than he did on the test he failed just two weeks ago. The Nuke improved in the area he needed, hazard perception, going from 41/75 to the 44/75 required to pass. However, his multiple choice score decreased from a passworthy 45/50 to 41/50 - a fail. Littler, who bagged himself an MBE last month, was recently teased by his pal on TV for being unable to pass his theory. Morgan Burtwistle, better known as streamer AngryGinge, referenced Littler's extensive trophy cabinet and lucrative brand deals during their Celebrity Gogglebox appearance. He asked: 'What have we got behind us here, Luke?' Littler replied: 'What haven't we got?' Joking with his friend, AngryGinge answered: 'You can do all this, but you can't pass your driving theory.'
