It was confirmed yesterday that Maldini Kacurri has returned to Arsenal following the conclusion of his loan spell at Morecambe.
The centre-back made an impact in a struggling Morecambe team and also scored his first senior goal.
There had been suggestions that the National League side were looking to extend Kacurri’s stay but he certainly seems ready to play at a higher level, especially when it is taken into consideration that he already has some experience in League Two from his spell at Bromley last season.
Arsenal now face a decision over Kacurri’s next move and according to Football Insider there is interest in him from EFL and National League clubs regarding a possible loan or permanent move.
With regards to Kacurri’s overall development it seems that a permanent departure may be the best option as it would give him the opportunity to really push on elsewhere.
Getting ahead of William Saliba and Cristhian Mosquera in the pecking order with regards to right-sided centre-backs at Arsenal seems an almost impossible task, while Marli Salmon is an encouraging prospect for the future.
At the age of 20, Kacurri is ready to take the next step in his career and it will be interesting to see what Arsenal decide to do.
A sale, perhaps with a sell-on clause included, may well suit all parties.
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