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Ethan Nwaneri, 15, becomes the youngster-ever Premier League player as he comes off the bench in Arsenal's victory over Brentford after his impressive performances for the Under 21s caught the eye of boss Mikel Arteta

Arsenal youngster Ethan Nwaneri becomes the youngest-ever Premier League player as he came off the bench in their 3-0 victory over Brentford.

The 15-year-old was brought off the bench in stoppage time to replace Fabio Vieira at the Brentford Community Stadium.

The teenager was promoted to first team training this week, with Gunners boss Mikel Arteta impressed by the midfielder’s appearances for the Under 21s this term.

The teenager was promoted to first-team training this week after his impressive performances

Nwaneri had been expected to spend the season with Arsenal Under 18s but he was quickly promoted to the Under 21s following his impressive performances.