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Dowman stays! Arsenal sign wonderkid to pre-contract terms

Arsenal have moved to ensure that they remain the ones to benefit from Max Dowman’s undoubted potential, with the Gunners agreeing pre-contract terms with the teenage wonderkid. Records have already tumbled for the talented 16-year-old, with the promise of more senior achievements to come as he prepares to sign a long-term deal in north London.

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Arsenal's Dowman facing lengthy spell out with ankle ligament injury

Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman is reportedly facing a lengthy spell out after suffering an ankle ligament injury. The 15-year-old was in action in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Manchester United at the weekend and was left hurt after a heavy challenge.

Dowman dropped from Arsenal's UCL squad until February

Arsenal have announced that teenage starlet Max Dowman has been dropped from their Champions League squad and will not be eligible to play in the competition again until February 2026. The Gunners have replaced Dowman in their European squad by calling-up fit-again striker Gabriel Jesus. The Brazilian is back in action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines with a knee injury.

📽️ | Dowman scores Ozil-esque wonder goal in Arsenal UYL win

Arsenal sensation Max Dowman has caught the eye yet again with a sensational effort for the Gunners in a big UEFA Youth League win over Bavarian giants Bayern Munich. The 15-year-old brought back memories of club legend Mesut Ozil with a brilliant solo goal to help seal a 4-2 victory for the north Londoners on Wednesday at Mangata Developments Stadium.

Dowman earns seal of approval from ex-Arsenal star

Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has lavished praise on teen sensation Max Dowman and revealed his stunning ability while playing against opponents who were five years older than him when he was just 13 years old. Dowman has enjoyed a record-breaking season for the Gunners and Wilshere has identified the moment he knew that Arsenal had a very special player coming through their junior ranks.

Dowman for England?! 15-year-old to be promoted five age groups

Max Dowman is in line to be promoted five age groups within the England national team structure. At 15 years of age, the Arsenal wonderkid still qualifies to represent the Young Lions at U16 level. He is, however, among those being closely monitored by U21 coach Lee Carsley. Manchester United academy hopeful Shea Lacey is another that falls into that category.

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Dowman sets another record in UCL debut against Slavia Prague

Arsenal’s Max Dowman, at just 15 years and 308 days old, stepped onto the European stage in the 72nd minute against Slavia Prague, becoming the youngest player ever to appear in a Champions League match. The teenager shattered the record previously held by Borussia Dortmund’s Youssoufa Moukoko, who was 16 years and 18 days when he made his debut in 2020.

Dowman is the truth! Hale End stars send Arsenal through

Arsenal booked their spot in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup with a 2-0 victory at home to Brighton on Wednesday. Second-half goals from Ethan Nwaneri and Bukayo Saka saw Mikel Arteta's men into the next round, with several young players impressing for the Gunners after weathering an early Seagulls storm.

Dowman makes more Arsenal history in Carabao Cup vs Brighton

Max Dowman made Arsenal history in their Carabao Cup clash with fellow Premier League side Brighton. Mikel Arteta made wholesale changes for their meeting with the Seagulls as the Gunners look to secure their place in the next round of the competition as the likes of Kepa, Ben White and Piero Hincapie come into the side. However, it's Dowman's inclusion that will go down in the record books.

Arsenal handed huge boost as wonderkid Dowman agrees terms

The positive news keeps coming for high-flying Arsenal after they secured a deal to keep youngster Max Dowman at the Emirates. The Gunners are sitting pretty at the top of the Premier League and are joint top of the Champions League table after demolishing Atletico Madrid 4-0 earlier this week. And the future’s looking bright after nailing down Dowman to a long-term deal.

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Dowman scores twice but Arsenal's youngsters lose to Atletico

Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman scored twice in Europe for the Under-19s as the junior Gunners succumbed to a 4-3 loss at the hands of Atletico Madrid on Tuesday in the UEFA Youth League. At just 15 years of age, Dowman is considered one of the brightest prospects in Europe and has already started to play under Mikel Arteta with the senior squad this season.

'Lamine-esque' - Arsenal told they already have their own Yamal

Arsenal star Cristhian Mosquera has told the Gunners they already have their very own Lamine Yamal within their ranks. The Barcelona teenager has thrilled the world since bursting onto the scene as a 15-year-old at Camp Nou. Yamal has already won La Liga and Copa del Rey titles with Barcelona, as well as the European Championship with Spain, and finished second to Ousmane Dembele at the 2025 Ballon d'Or awards.

Why is Max Dowman not in EA Sports FC 26?

There are regulatory constraints that restrict the use of players like Max Dowman in certain competitions, and subsequently in EA's FC 26.

'Kick him!' - Arsenal players nutmegged by Dowman

Mikel Arteta joked that Arsenal players reacted angrily to being nutmegged by Max Dowman. The prospect, who made his Premier League debut in August at 15 years and 235 days, has been training with the first team since last season and even joined the squad on their mid-season Dubai trip. He has emerged as a key figure in the squad and is primed to feature in the Carabao Cup against Port Vale.

Arsenal wonderkid Dowman makes history with solo goal

Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman created history after scoring a stunning solo goal for the Gunners youth side in their 3-2 win over Wolves in Premier League 2 on Saturday. The English teenager, widely regarded as one of the finest young talents in world football, made his senior professional debut for Mikel Arteta's side during a Premier League clash against Leeds last month.

10 NXGN wonderkids set to make their UCL debuts

Clear your calendar for Tuesday and Wednesday nights going forward - the Champions League is back as 36 of Europe's best teams prepare to do battle across the continent over the next nine months. Last season's tournament, complete with the brand-new league phase, turned into an epic, and the 2025-26 edition of the premier club competition on the planet promises to be no different.

Frequently asked questions

: Bukayo Saka plays as a right winger for Arsenal, using his stronger left foot to cut in from the right flank and shoot on goal. He prefers playing close to the touchline.
: Bukayo Saka was born in West London's Ealing district in England.
: Bukayo Saka dons the No. 7 jersey for Arsenal in the Premier League.
: Bukayo Saka stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He loves to use his ability to invade infield which, along with his low centre of gravity, makes him a terrifying prospect for the opposition defences.
: Bukayo Saka weighs 72kg (158 lbs) and is among the best wingers in the world.
: Bukayo Saka joined the Arsenal academy in 2008, at the age of seven. This was after playing for the Watford youth teams.
: Bukayo Saka is yet to become a parent.
: Bukayo Saka is dating Tolami Benson, a senior planning executive for Zenith in London.

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