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Arsenal Signs 15-Year-Old Star Max Dowman to Scholarship

10/23/2025

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Arsenal has signed a scholarship agreement with 15-year-old midfielder Max Dowman, who debuted in the Premier League in August 2023.
Dowman, the second youngest player in Arsenal's history, aims to remain with the club despite interest from other top teams.
His scholarship lasts two years, with a potential professional contract upon turning 16 on December 31, 2023.
Manager Mikel Arteta highlights the need to balance Dowman's first-team exposure with youth team play.
Dowman has scored for both the Under-21s and Under-19s and has been called up to England's Under-19 squad.

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Arsenal has signed a scholarship agreement with 15-year-old midfielder Max Dowman, who debuted in the Premier League in August 2023.
Dowman, the second youngest player in Arsenal's history, aims to remain with the club despite interest from other top teams.
His scholarship lasts two years, with a potential professional contract upon turning 16 on December 31, 2023.
Manager Mikel Arteta highlights the need to balance Dowman's first-team exposure with youth team play.
Dowman has scored for both the Under-21s and Under-19s and has been called up to England's Under-19 squad.