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Arthur Okonkwo: Crewe sign Arsenal goalkeeper on season-long loan

Crewe Alexandra have signed Arsenal goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo on a season-long loan deal.

The 20-year-old is yet to make his competitive debut for the Gunners but has featured for them in pre-season and signed a long-term contract at the Emirates Stadium last summer.

"We are delighted. Arsenal have been exceptional in facilitating the deal," Crewe boss Alex Morris said.

Okonkwo will provide competition for Dave Richards at the Mornflake Stadium.

"He was our number one target right from the start of the summer," Morris added.

"He has great stature, he's a good shot-stopper and has a good record of saving penalties.