Manager responds to Arsenal’s interest in his teenage star

Luca Weinhandl is the latest name being linked with a move to Arsenal this season after impressing for Sturm Graz, where the 17-year-old competes domestically and in European football.

Weinhandl is developing quickly and has emerged as one of the promising players in Austria, attracting close attention from several top clubs since the beginning of the season.

Arsenal are among those monitoring him, with reports claiming the Gunners believe he is one of the top talents in the game and want to become his next club as he continues his development.

At 17, Weinhandl is already considered a reliable player for Sturm Graz, allowing him to receive significant minutes for the team. A move away could therefore raise questions about whether he would continue playing regularly at this stage of his career.

Arsenal interest raises development questions

A move to the Emirates could potentially slow Weinhandl’s progress if he has to spend more time playing youth football. Regular first-team football can be important for young players, and leaving Sturm Graz could affect the opportunities currently available to him.

Sturm Graz know they are unlikely to keep Weinhandl forever, but they are not currently interested in being distracted by speculation about clubs wanting to sign him. The Austrian side remain focused on their season while the rumours continue.

Their manager has now responded to the reports linking Weinhandl with Arsenal, making clear that the club are not concerned about the speculation surrounding the teenager.

Fabio Ingolitsch told Krone: “These days, you can put so much information into someone that all sorts of rumours are formed. We couldn’t care less.”