Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on the young Arsenal midfielder, and The Athletic went along to watch Dowman up close in the FA Youth Cup

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has "unbelievable" quality but certain "restrictions" are holding him back.

Mikel Arteta has lavished Arsenal ’s latest teenage prospect Max Dowman with praise ahead of tomorrow night’s Champions League clash against Dinamo Zagreb. The Gunners will be hoping of recording a much needed win that would almost certainly book their place in the next round with a game to spare.

Mikel Arteta has hailed Arsenal teenager Max Dowman as a “huge talent” after he once again trained with the first-team. Dowman is just 15, but he has featured for Arsenal’s Under-21 side and taken part in first-team training.

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