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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Sport
Samuel Meade

Arsenal 'close' to agreeing long-term contract with prolific academy wonderkid

Arsenal are edging closer to tying down academy star Khayon Edwards to a professional contract in north London.

The teenage sensation has been involved in talks over his future with the Gunners for months amid interest from elsewhere. Edwards has been a star in the youth ranks and is now close to penning a pro deal at the Emirates. The 18-year-old is currently on a scholarship deal that will expire when the season ends.

Edwards has the same agent as Bukayo Saka, who Arsenal are also looking to tie down to an improved deal, and football.london report a deal is close to being finalised that will see the teenager remain in north London. Chelsea, Leeds and Newcastle were among those eyeing Edwards.

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