November 10th 2024.
Max Dowman was recently given the opportunity of a lifetime when he joined the Arsenal first-team training session with Ethan Nwaneri. The young midfielder, only 14 years old, was included in the session before Arsenal's highly anticipated Premier League match against Chelsea on Sunday. This was a great honor for Dowman, who has been making waves in the academy and is expected to eventually break into the senior squad.
After suffering two consecutive defeats against Newcastle United and Inter, Mikel Arteta's side is eager to get back on track. Currently sitting 10 points behind Liverpool in the Premier League, a loss to Chelsea would be a massive blow to their title ambitions. As the team made their final preparations for the game, Dowman's surprise inclusion in the first-team squad caught the attention of many.
Dowman's talent and potential have been recognized by Arsenal's academy, and he has already made history by becoming the youngest-ever goalscorer in the UEFA Youth League. Jack Wilshere, who recently left Arsenal's academy to join Norwich City's coaching staff, praised Dowman's abilities but also highlighted the importance of finding a balance between letting him play and continuing to develop him.
However, Dowman was not the only player absent from the training video released by Arsenal on Saturday. Declan Rice, who is recovering from a broken toe, was also not seen in the session. When asked about Rice's availability for the upcoming match against Chelsea, Arteta remained vague and stated that there is currently no clarity on his fitness.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Rice's availability, Arsenal fans are eagerly anticipating the potential debut of young Dowman. With his impressive skills and the support of the academy, Dowman may just be the next big thing for this storied club.
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