Who is Emile Smith-Rowe? Arsenal teen who rejected Barcelona and Tottenham in search of becoming a future Gunners star
The 17-year-old is one of the most highly-regarded prospects in the North London side's academy, and seen as a future star
WHILE the multi-million pound stars of the first-team are flopping, there is still some hope for Arsenal fans.
Delve deep into their academy ranks and the obscure name of Emille Rowe-Smith will pop up.
But at just 17-year-old, the Londoner has achieved more already than most footballers in a lifetime.
One of the standout stars of the tournament, the Gunners prodigy won the World Cup with England's Under-17 side last year.
He has all the traits towards the hallmark of a bright future, with the ability to play on either wing and up further forward.
And if that wasn't enough to excite Arsenal fans, he has even rejected bitter rivals Tottenham and Barcelona in the past.
Smith-Rowe is lethal from a dead ball situation.
He has scored a number of stunning goals for the North London side's Under-23 team this season.
The talented teenager has been at the club since the age of just nine, steadily making his way up the ranks.
And the Londoner is widely regarded as one of the most exciting prospects at the club.
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He is quick, strong, skilful and direct with the ball, getting into goalscoring positions with ease.
Smith-Rowe even had a trial with Chelsea more than ten-years ago, but after playing youth football, joined Arsenal.
Remember the name, because it won't be long until it is being read out at the Emirates for the first-team.