Arsenal Win Race with Liverpool to Sign Teen Sensation

Arsenal have edged Liverpool in the race for teen sensation.

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Arsenal have edged Liverpool in the race for teen sensation.

Arsenal Win Race with Liverpool to Sign Teen Sensation

Stephen Awino 18:50 - 18.07.2025

Arsenal have secured the signing of 17-year-old Salford City striker ahead of Liverpool.

Arsenal have beaten Premier League rivals Liverpool to the signing of Salford City’s rising star Will Wright, in a move that underlines the Gunners’ renewed focus on elite youth recruitment.

The 17-year-old forward, regarded as one of the most exciting young talents in the lower leagues, is set to join the North London side.

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According to The Athletic Arsenal offered a package worth £250,000 plus add-ons, significantly more than Liverpool’s £100,000 proposal.

Wright, who made his senior debut against Manchester City in January, caught the attention of top clubs after a stellar preseason campaign, where he netted four goals.

He also featured twice in League Two towards the end of last season, underlining his growing maturity at a young age.

With over 50 goals to his name across all youth levels for Salford last season, the move to the Emirates marks a substantial leap in his career.

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Former Arsenal players Mikel Arteta and Per Mertesacker.
Mikel Arteta and Per Mertesacker are at Arsenal as managers. IMAGO

The signing of Will Wright fits perfectly within Arsenal’s broader youth development strategy, led by Academy Manager Per Mertesacker to bolster the senior squad led by Mikel Arteta.

The German has been granted a specific budget to invest in emerging talents across the UK and Europe, and Wright is seen as a player with high long-term potential.

Upon completing his move, the teenager is expected to be integrated into Arsenal’s U18 and U21 setups, where the coaching staff will monitor his progress closely.

A New Chapter Begins

Arsenal's signing of Will Wright fits the Gunners ambitions.

For Will Wright, the move to Arsenal represents more than just a change of scenery, it’s the beginning of what could be a breakthrough journey on the big stage.

With elite facilities, structured development pathways, and top-level competition, the teenager now has the platform to transform potential into performance.

Arsenal’s faith in him, shown through both their financial commitment and long-term development plan, could make Wright one of the club’s most important youth signings in recent years.