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'It's time for a fresh start and to find a new home': Ainsley Maitland-Niles confirms he will leave Arsenal at the end of the season - bringing an end to 20 years at the club, after joining their academy at the age of six

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Ainsley Maitland-Niles is set to depart Arsenal at the end of the season after the Gunners decided against triggering an option to extend his deal for an extra year.

The versatile Maitland-Niles - who can operate in central midfield and at full back - came through the youth ranks at Arsenal and made his debut at the age of 17.

He racked up 132 appearances for the Gunners and shone in their FA Cup triumph in 2019-20, but grew frustrated at having to play in defence, with the five-time England international repeatedly outlining his desire to play in midfield instead.