Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says teenager Max Dowman will get game time this season but must earn every minute, ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie at Ipswich.
Mikel Arteta has made it clear that the 16-year-old will not be handed opportunities without showing he deserves them. Speaking ahead of the fourth-round cup clash, the manager stressed that Dowman must prove himself in training and matches to secure a place in the side. The young player has been tipped as a bright talent at the club, but Arteta wants him to understand the demands of senior football.
The comments come as Arsenal prepare for a busy period with several young players pushing for involvement. Arteta has a history of giving chances to academy graduates when they show the right attitude and consistency. Dowman will need to impress in the coming weeks if he is to feature regularly, as the manager balances youth development with results in all competitions.
450.498 SRY