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Arsenal Confirm Pre-Contracts for Ecuadorian Twins Edwin and Holger Quintero

The teenagers will stay with Independiente del Valle until they can register in August 2027, reflecting Arsenal’s drive to secure elite youth early.

Overview

  • Arsenal say they will collaborate closely with Independiente del Valle on the brothers’ development and welfare before they move to London.
  • Multiple outlets report the fee could reach up to £9m, with five-year contracts expected to run through 2032 once the players turn 18.
  • ESPN reports Arsenal tracked the twins for over a year and saw off interest from other European clubs to finalise the agreements.
  • Edwin is a left-footed right winger and Holger a right-footed attacking midfielder, with both already capped by Ecuador at under-17 level.
  • Mikel Arteta describes the deals as part of a broader plan to recruit top teenage talent within rules that prevent registering overseas minors before 18.