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Hands off Chido Obi Martin! Arsenal make fresh attempt to keep incredibly prolific young striker amid transfer interest from Harry Kane's Bayern Munich

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  • Arsenal want to offer long-term contract to Obi Martin
  • Bayern and Dortmund show interest in striker
  • Scored 32 goals in the U18 Premier League
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The 16-year-old prolific goalscorer enjoyed a terrific run of form for the Arsenal U18 side in the 2023/24 campaign. He scored 32 goals in the U18 Premier League which includes scoring seven times in the club's 9-0 win over Norwich City.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Now Fabrizio Romano reports that the Gunners are determined to keep the striker in their setup as first-team manager Mikel Arteta is convinced about the youngster's abilities and wants them to offer the forward a long-term deal. The player, however, is currently evaluating his options as he has also attracted interest from German giants Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    The Denmark-born player started his youth career at Danish side KB before moving to North London in 2022. On the international stage, he has appeared for both Denmark's and England's youth teams.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

    The Gunners are looking to make new signings in the ongoing summer transfer window as they look to bolster their attack and defence. They were previously linked with a move for Benjamin Sesko, however, the striker later extended his RB Leipzig stay. The Premier League giants are currently eyeing a move for Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori.