What next for Nwaneri after season of frustration?

"Ethan Nwaneri had a breakout season last term when the Arsenal forward deputised so impressively for the injured Bukayo Saka. He played mostly on the right wing and scored nine goals in 37 appearances in all competitions to mark himself out as one of England's most talented young players. Nwaneri, now 18, also became the second-youngest goalscorer in Champions League history when he netted against Girona last January at 17 years and 314 days old - only Jude Bellingham did so at a younger age."

"Yet this season, his involvement has been limited. Nwaneri has made 11 appearances in all competitions, starting just three times across matches in the Carabao Cup and Champions League. He has played just 446 minutes and has scored one goal. The Gunners spent about 250m bringing in eight players over the summer to increase the depth in their squad, with Martin Zubimendi, Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze and even the younger Noni Madueke 'win now signings'."

"It has worked, with Arsenal five points clear at the top of the Premier League and with a perfect record in the Champions League. Mikel Arteta's side have won 23, drawn four and lost just two of their 29 matches and if they beat Liverpool in the league on Thursday, they will be eight points clear of Manchester City. But those experienced signings, and Arsenal's success, has come at a cost to younger members of the squad like Nwaneri."

Ethan Nwaneri had a breakthrough season deputising for Bukayo Saka, playing mainly on the right wing and scoring nine goals in 37 appearances. He became the second-youngest Champions League goalscorer and remains the youngest Premier League player after debuting at 15 years and 181 days. This season his involvement has been limited: 11 appearances, three starts, 446 minutes and one goal. Arsenal spent about £250m on eight summer signings including Martin Zubimendi, Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke to increase squad depth. Those additions have helped Arsenal sit top of the Premier League and maintain a perfect Champions League record, but have reduced playing opportunities for academy graduates including Myles Lewis‑Skelly.

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