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First year scholars announced for 2025/26

Related Topics: Adam Birchall, Per Mertesacker

We are delighted to introduce our 13 new scholars who will be joining us for the next two years.

Our newest recruits, along with family and friends, signed their scholarships at Emirates Stadium on a special night in N5. Accompanying them at our home ground was our Academy Manager Per Mertesacker, Head of Player Care Mark Walter, as well as under-18s Head Coach Adam Birchall, who will be guiding them through their development from Hale End to Sobha Realty Training Centre.

Reflecting on a big night for our academy, Per said: “It's a really exciting occasion for all of us, for staff, parents and players.