Arsenal have completed the signing of Ajax Amsterdam starlet Donyell Malen.
The 16-year-old turned down an offer from the Dutch side to extend his contract and chose to move to the north London outfit instead.
Wim Jonk, head of Ajax youth academy, has said that it is unfortunate to see the youngster move away from the Dutch club in favour of the Premier League heavyweights.
"Donyell is a great talent”, he was quoted as saying by his club’s site.
“It is extremely unfortunate that he is leaving Ajax. We made him an excellent offer and presented a clear development plan, but the player still made a choice, which is disappointing.”
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Manel played for Ajax’s youth side B1 last season.
He has been capped by the Netherlands at youth level and has represented the Oranje at Under-15, Under-16 and Under-17 levels.
Ajax are famed for the quality of their youth academy which has produced numerous talented players over the years.
Arsenal have seen several players rise through their academy ranks and represent the Gunners’ first team in recent years.
Manel will be keen to take a similar route to first team action at the Emirates Stadium.
