Lino Sousa stepped onto the field against Lyon and impressed at left back. Signed in January of this year, although that feels some time ago now, the full-back was the sole acquisition by Arsenal in the window that remained with the club after the end of the month.
Arsenal agreed a deal for Matt Turner which was completed in the summer whilst Auston Trusty returned on loan to the Colorado Rapids. Sousa however was integrated into the under-18s before getting opportunities for the under-23s.
In less than a year he has made a significant impact already and was a regular feature in senior training sessions despite still having to reach adulthood. Mikel Arteta’s attention was caught by Sousa early on football.london understands and there’s hope he has a future at the club although there are challenges.
