Nwaneri is the latest in a long line of Hale End talents to burst onto the Arsenal scene, a list that also includes Bukayo Saka, Emile Smith Rowe and Wilshere, who was previously considered one of England's best prospects during his teenage years.

Theo Walcott believes Mikel Arteta has been too conservative with his use of Arsenal’s latest teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri. The 17-year-old has made a significant breakthrough this season and capped another impressive cameo on Saturday with his first ever Premier League goal in a 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest.

Ethan Nwaneri scored his first Premier League goal in Arsenal’s win against Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium and has now spoken out on his debut strike amid Mikel Arteta praise