With Arsenal gearing up to take on Southampton this Friday, Joel Ideho has been pictured in first-team training.
The 19-year-old, who is a left-winger by trade is classed as one of the most talented young players at London Colney.
So much so that as Arsenal now see their title hopes fading away ahead of their upcoming battle against Southampton, Joel Ideho has been pictured in senior training.
Joel Ideho called up to Arsenal training ahead of Southampton clash
The teenager has been dubbed as ‘[Marc] Overmars 2.0’ by Football Fan Cast, which goes to show just how highly-rated he is.
The Dutch winger is regarded as one of the finest wingers to ever play for the Gunners and right up there with some of the best of the best widemen in the history of the game.
Ahead of his side’s contest against Southampton, Arsenal talent Joel Ideho was confirmed to be in training, as reported by youth football expert Jeorge Bird.
The teen sensation is not the only player called up by Mikel Arteta to train with the senior team, as other names such as Reuell Walters, Catalin Cirjan and Mauro Bandeira have also been given a chance.
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The Gunners are known to give young players a chance to shine, which is a policy that was embedded by Arsene Wenger during his time in charge.
In addition, the Hale End academy coupled with their youth scouting ensures that they produce some of the best youngsters in Europe.
It seems as if Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta wants to take full advantage of this very reality by giving youngsters such as Joel Ideho a chance in training ahead of games such as against Southampton.
Ultimately, the wealth of young talent at the club’s disposal means they could find in-house solutions to flaws in their squad for years to come.
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