Last summer, Arsenal lost extreme striker Chido Obi-Martin to Manchester United, the teenager opting out of the opportunity to test himself in the first team with Mikel Arteta. This time, it is Arsenal who are persuading a very special talent to move to the Gunners.
Arsenal are gearing up for the future. Tottenham’s 18-year-old Elijah Upson is considered a great defensive talent. Now it is reported that he has turned down a new contract offer at Spurs. Chelsea, Manchester City, Everton, Dortmund and Monaco have all shown interest, but according to hyperactive transfer journalist Romano, Upson chooses Arsenal.
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English talent Elijah Upson signs with Arsenal
It’s not known if he’s slated for a first-team role or if he’ll start at the club’s academy, but we’re guessing part of the deal was an open door to test himself in Mikel Arteta’s first-team when he’s ready.
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Elijah Upson is the son of former England international Matthew Upson, who made 21 appearances for the Three Lions.
