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Ethan Nwaneri Joins Marseille on Loan to Boost Development

1/23/2026

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Ethan Nwaneri, Arsenal midfielder, joined Marseille on loan for the rest of the season.
The 18-year-old made 12 Arsenal appearances this season but struggled for playing time due to new signings.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said Nwaneri should gain minutes to aid his development.
Arteta cited William Saliba (Arsenal defender)'s positive loan experience there to support the move.
Marseille sits third in Ligue 1, eight points behind Paris St-Germain.

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Ethan Nwaneri, Arsenal midfielder, joined Marseille on loan for the rest of the season.
The 18-year-old made 12 Arsenal appearances this season but struggled for playing time due to new signings.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said Nwaneri should gain minutes to aid his development.
Arteta cited William Saliba (Arsenal defender)'s positive loan experience there to support the move.
Marseille sits third in Ligue 1, eight points behind Paris St-Germain.