Arsenal of England youngster, Ethan Nwaneri has opted to stay put with The Gunners, rather than seek a loan escape in the January transfer window, as the Nigerian-born lad looks at many prospects ahead of him.
Sports247 gathered that, with Arsenal looking likely to clinch their first English Premier League title in recent years, the 18-year-old Nwaneri wants to be part of history looming large at Emirates Stadium.
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Consequently, Nwaneri is reportedly set to push aside worries over his lack of playing time and stick it out with The Gunners, having started just three games this season and six appearances from central midfield.
Arsenal’s EPL rivals, Manchester United were heavily linked with a deal for Nwaneri at the start of December, but The Gunners are now eager to keep the youngster, who has 50 games, 10 goals and two assists for the club.
A report by TEAMTalk added: “Nwaneri is very highly thought of at Arsenal, but the Hale End product has been pushed down the pecking order following the summer arrivals of Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze.
“A number of clubs, both within the Premier League and abroad, have touched base with Nwaneri’s camp and Arsenal to gauge the chances of such a deal.
“However, sources confirmed that Nwaneri is not looking to leave and Arsenal are also aiming to keep the teenager at the club.
“Arsenal are hoping to make history by winning the Premier League for the first-time since 2003/04 and they are not looking to weaken their squad in January.”
