Max Dowman has already been shining for Arsenal, with pundits like Alan Shearer impressed – but Micah Richards claims he sees a slight issue with the wonderkid, involving Bukayo Saka. Dowman has burst onto the scene at Arsenal this season, with the 15-year-old trusted for first-team opportunities under Mikel Arteta.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Max Dowman Sets Astonishing Arsenal Record in Carabao Cup Tie. Max Dowman has become the youngest starter in Arsenal history after being named in Mikel Arteta’s XI to face Brighton & Hove Albion in the Carabao Cup fourth round.

Nwaneri gives Mikel Arteta important reminder of what he brings on night when Dowman looks at home on big stage

The measured confidence with which Arteta speaks of Dowman reflects a broader club philosophy: that development, when guided correctly, can shape the future as profoundly as any transfer deal. For Arsenal, the focus is not simply on protecting an asset, but nurturing a player who could define a new era in North London.

Arsenal are reported to have secured the long-term future of teenage midfielder Max Dowman, who made his debut for the Gunners in August, aged just 15. Dowman recently became the second youngest player in Arsenal history, behind only current teammate Ethan Nwaneri, having earlier joined the first-team squad during preseason.

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman is seemingly in contention to feature for the side in their upcoming Carabao Cup clash with Brighton. The 15-year-old has already played a role for the Gunners this season, after impressing Mikel Arteta in senior training.

Highlights from the match between Arsenal vs. Brighton