Arsenal have had to respond publicly after reports emerged of Manchester United’s interest in academy product Myles Lewis-Skelly, with the Red Devils reportedly eyeing him as a long-term successor to left-back Luke Shaw. Shaw enters the final year of his contract at Old Trafford, prompting United to look at options to secure the position for years to come.
Lewis-Skelly has emerged as one of the most promising young talents to come through Arsenal’s ranks, making United’s interest unsurprising but unwelcome news for the Gunners. Arsenal are widely expected to resist any approach and push to keep the player at the club as they build around their younger talent.
With the transfer window still open, how Arsenal choose to respond will likely shape the next stage of the saga. Both clubs are working to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season, and Lewis-Skelly’s situation is expected to remain closely watched as talks, formal or otherwise, continue to develop.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
