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Arsenal tie down future star Folarin Balogun to new four-year deal as boss Mikel Arteta hails 19-year-old striker's 'natural ability' after breaking through

Arsenal forward Folarin Balogun has signed a new four-year contract at the Emirates Stadium, the Premier League club announced on Monday.

Balogun, 19, is highly-rated despite having yet to make his league debut for the Gunners - although he has scored twice in six cup appearances for the senior side.

The US-born England youth international had looked set to leave north London when his previous deal expired at the end of the season but has now committed his future to Mikel Arteta's side.

Arsenal youngster Folarin Balogun (right, pictured with Edu) has signed a new four-year deal
The 19-year-old striker has been hailed by Mikel Arteta (left) and is a hugely promising talent

Technical director Edu said of the deal: 'It's great that Flo will continue to be with us.