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Multiple British media outlets report that Arsenal is set to sign 16-year-old Cardiff City midfielder Axel Donczew, who became Cardiff's youngest-ever first-team player at 15 years and 234 days. Donczew, a versatile winger and attacking midfielder, has represented Wales at youth levels and is also eligible for Poland. The move comes as Arsenal lost two young prospects—Jeremy Monga and Mishel Nduka—to Manchester City. However, Arsenal did sign Elijah Upson, son of former defender Matthew Upson, for their academy. Separately, the Premier League champions (Manchester City) announced the €40 million signing of Christos Zolis for the first team.
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Hupu, July 24 — According to multiple British media reports, Arsenal is close to signing Axel Donczew, Cardiff City's youngest-ever first-team appearance maker.
Donczew, now 16 years old, made his debut on October 25 last year as a second-half substitute in a Football League Trophy match against Newport County. At just 15 years and 234 days, he became the youngest player ever to appear for Cardiff City's first team.
In December of the same year, the youngster made his second and final appearance for Cardiff City's first team, against AFC Wimbledon.
Player Profile
- Position: Winger / Attacking midfielder
- International representation: Has played for Wales at youth levels from U15 to U19
- Eligibility: Also qualifies to play for the Polish national team
Arsenal's Recent Youth Transfers
Arsenal had previously been linked with young winger Jeremy Monga. However, the North London club deemed Leicester City's valuation of the 17-year-old — £10 million ($13.3 million) — too high. Monga subsequently moved to Manchester City earlier this month.
Meanwhile, Arsenal's 16-year-old England youth international Mishel Nduka rejected a new contract offer from the club and, like Monga, transferred to Manchester City.
On the positive side, Arsenal did sign Elijah Upson, the 18-year-old son of former defender Matthew Upson. Elijah joined Arsenal after leaving Tottenham Hotspur and will enter the club's academy.
First-Team Signing
The Premier League defending champions also announced on Thursday the signing of Christos Zolis for a fee of €40 million (approximately $45.8 million / £34 million). Zolis will go straight into the first team.
Source: The New York Times
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Arsenal to Sign Cardiff City's 16-Year-Old Youth Midfielder Axel Donczew