Manchester United have raided Arsenal’s academy a number of times over the past couple of seasons but the Gunners have now got their own back with a swoop for James Scanlon
James Scanlon
James Scanlon has left Manchester United for Arsenal(Image: Getty Images)
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Manchester United starlet James Scanlon has completed a move to Premier League rivals Arsenal - and could be joined by a former teammate. Scanlon, 19, was linked with a move to north London earlier this summer and has now seen his switch rubber-stamped.
Speaking to Arsenal’s official website, the forward said: “It’s a pleasure to be here, I can’t wait to get started. I’ve been waiting to get this over the line, so I’m buzzing to be here.
“My family are massive to me, so to have them here for this special day is only going to make it better.”
He added: “You can see that everyone here is hungrier for more, hungrier to get better and I think that’s something I believe I can add to and want to be a part of as well.
“I like to score goals, assist, so hopefully I can excite players who watch me. I’m looking forward to playing, representing the badge, improving and hopefully showing people what I can do.”
Scanlon departs Old Trafford having progressed through the Red Devils academy. He became a regular for the under-21 side, before joining Swindon Town on loan and scored once in six appearances.
Scanlon’s move to Arsenal could be very quickly followed by another. Previous reports also suggested they were interested in a move for United's Habeeb Ogunneye, who was with Newport County last season.
Arsenal’s moves also see them continuing their push to sign promising young players. 16-year-old England youth international striker Vincent Joseph joined the club after leaving Liverpool, a tribunal now set to decide the fee that the Gunners will have to pay.
Igor Tyjon
Igor Tyjon has also signed for Arsenal this summer(Image: Getty Images)
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Mylo Bernard has joined the club from Crystal Palace, while Elijah Upson departed Tottenham to move across North London. Axel Donczew is also expected to be signed from Cardiff City following an impressive breakout year in Wales.
Igor Tyjon has also been recruited from Blackburn Rovers. He said: "It feels amazing. I've waited a long time for this and I can't wait to get started.
“It's a dream come true for [my family] as well, it's always a nice feeling when you make your family happy, so I'm buzzing for them as well.
"Who doesn't want to join the champions? I can't wait to be part of the team. The pathway, the staff, the players, everything about it, it's just top. I'm excited to meet the group, meet the players, hit the ground running and have a good season."
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