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Arsenal Signs 16-Year-Old Defender Daniel McCarron on Pre-Contract

2/8/2026

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Daniel McCarron, a 16-year-old defender for Dungannon Swifts, signed a pre-contract with Arsenal.
The club described him as a commanding and composed defender.
He has represented Northern Ireland at various youth levels.
He will remain with Dungannon Swifts for the remainder of the season before joining Arsenal in July as part of 2026/27 scholar intake.
Arsenal expressed excitement about supporting McCarron's development.

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Daniel McCarron, a 16-year-old defender for Dungannon Swifts, signed a pre-contract with Arsenal.
The club described him as a commanding and composed defender.
He has represented Northern Ireland at various youth levels.
He will remain with Dungannon Swifts for the remainder of the season before joining Arsenal in July as part of 2026/27 scholar intake.
Arsenal expressed excitement about supporting McCarron's development.