Arsenal new boy Nwakali to go on loan

Arsenal have confirmed Nigeria U20 skipper Kelechi Nwakali will be shipped out on loan shortly.

“Kelechi, who joins us as a young professional, will look to gain experience with a loan move in the coming months,” announced the Arsenal official website Friday.

The 18-year-old Nwakali was best player at last year’s FIFA U17 World Cup in Chile, which Nigeria won.

He is an attacking midfielder, who packs a decent shot and weighs in with his fair share of goals.

He has signed a five-year contract at The Emirates from Diamond Academy of Umuahia.