'He is not your normal' Journalist compares Arsenal teenager to Lionel Messi

Max Dowman is expected to gain significantly more game time at Arsenal from next season, with the highly rated teenager already drawing notable comparisons to Lionel Messi due to his technical ability and composure.

Arsenal has long maintained a reputation for developing world-class talent through its academy, and recent graduates such as Myles Lewis-Skelly have established themselves in the first-team setup. Similarly, Ethan Nwaneri saw increased involvement with the senior squad during the last campaign and is set to continue his development.

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Max Dowman is poised to follow a similar path, having impressed at youth level. Due to age restrictions, he was unable to feature in official matches for the senior team during the previous season. However, with those limitations no longer applicable next term, he is expected to be integrated into the first-team environment.

Mikel Arteta is reported to be planning a comprehensive evaluation of the young midfielder during the club’s pre-season preparations. This period will serve as a vital opportunity for Dowman to demonstrate his readiness and earn a place in the squad when the new campaign begins.

The club is optimistic about his potential and is hopeful that he will feature regularly over the course of the season, continuing Arsenal’s tradition of promoting homegrown players to the highest level of competition.