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Arsenal Hand Brando Bailey-Joseph First Pro Deal on 17th Birthday

The winger rose through the academy after joining at six, with a sharp start this season in domestic and UEFA Youth League play.

Overview

  • Arsenal announced the contract on October 16, confirming he signed the paperwork on October 2 when he became eligible at 17.
  • He progressed through the club after arriving at age six and signed a scholarship in the summer before this professional deal.
  • He has four goals for Arsenal’s youth sides early in the 2025–26 campaign, according to reports.
  • Across his last four outings he recorded three goals and two assists, including a goal contribution in UEFA Youth League matches against Athletic Club and Olympiacos.
  • Bailey-Joseph said he is proud of the milestone and focused on earning more minutes with the under-18 and under-21 teams.