Overview
- The 19-year-old started in central midfield in Saturday’s win over Fulham and Tuesday’s win over Atlético Madrid, helping Arsenal reach the Champions League final.
- His performances have shifted Arsenal toward keeping him this summer, with multiple reports saying a sale would take an exceptional offer.
- Manchester United held talks with intermediaries and saw him as a long-term option, yet his resurgence has weakened their chances of a deal.
- Everton and other clubs tracked him during a season of sparse minutes, but his move back into midfield has reduced hopes of a straightforward transfer.
- Mikel Arteta praised his persistence and explained the youngster had to handle not starting before earning trust for a run-in that includes the final in Budapest.