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Arsenal Confirms First Pro Deal for 17-Year-Old Brando Bailey-Joseph

The academy points to his recent youth-level output as validation for moving him to pro terms.

Overview

  • Arsenal announced the professional contract on October 16 and said the winger signed on October 2, his 17th birthday.
  • Bailey-Joseph has produced three goals and two assists in his last four games across competitions.
  • His run includes a goal and an assist in UEFA Youth League matches against Athletic Club and Olympiacos.
  • The deal follows a scholarship signed in the summer, marking a quick progression through the academy pathway.
  • The London-born prospect, with Arsenal since age six, said he is proud and focused on earning more U18 and U21 minutes.