Arsenal Not Actively Seeking to Sell Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri, But Open to 'Right Opportunity' Arsenal’s CEO, Richard Garlick, has clarified that the club is not actively pursuing the sale of 19-year-old academy products Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri, though they may consider a transfer if the "right opportunity" arises. Both players have made significant contributions to the first team, with Lewis-Skelly playing a pivotal role in the Gunners’ Champions League title run and starting the Community Shield final against Manchester City. Nwaneri, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Marseille, has also earned praise for his performances. Despite their current status, both players have been linked with moves this summer, with Chelsea and Manchester United showing interest in Lewis-Skelly. Garlick acknowledged the speculation but emphasized the club’s satisfaction with their development. "Myles has had a fantastic end to last season and has started this one really well," he said. "Ethan has had a great pre-season, and it’s just a case of looking at what opportunities there are that will help both of those in terms of their career moving forward." The potential departure of these homegrown players could yield financial benefits for Arsenal, as selling them would generate profit under the new Squad Cost Ratio (SCR) rules. The SCR, which replaced the previous Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), limits clubs to spending 85% of their revenues on fees, wages, and contracts. However, teams competing in European competitions, like Arsenal, are restricted to 70% of their revenue for such expenses. Garlick noted that the club is not seeking to sell these players but remains open to deals that align with their long-term goals.#arsenal #bruno_guimaraes #ethan_nwaneri #miles_lewis_skelly #richard_garlick
Arteta Confident in Key Players' Futures as Arsenal Navigate Transfer Window Mikel Arteta has expressed unwavering confidence that Myles Lewis-Skelly will remain at Arsenal after the transfer window closes, despite speculation linking the 18-year-old to Chelsea and Manchester United. The Gunners’ manager emphasized the importance of retaining players developed within the club’s academy, stating, “The players raised in our system feel a deep connection to the club, and that brings something unique. We need to protect these assets as much as possible.” Lewis-Skelly, who made his Champions League debut in May’s final against Paris Saint-Germain, is seen as a critical piece of Arsenal’s future, with Arteta highlighting the value of such players. Martin Zubimendi, another key figure, is also expected to stay despite his limited appearances in the latter stages of the 2024/25 season. Arteta praised the Spanish midfielder’s impact, noting, “Without Zubi, we wouldn’t have reached the level we did in the final months of the season. He played a vital role in our progression to the Champions League final.” The manager acknowledged Zubimendi’s workload, which included 55 games in a single season, and stressed the need to manage such demands to avoid repeating past challenges. “He understands the necessity of improving the squad’s quality, and he’s committed to raising his performance to match his previous standards,” Arteta said. The manager also addressed the broader context of Arsenal’s transfer strategy, acknowledging the need to make difficult decisions about players who may leave. Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Ethan Nwaneri have all been linked with moves, and Arteta admitted, “It’s a tough moment, but we must face reality with honesty.#mikel_arteta #bruno_guimaraes #ezri_konsa #martin_zubimendi #miles_lewis_skelly
