Overview
- Dowman was left out of Arsenal’s under-21s, a selection hint that points to possible involvement against Brighton in the fourth round.
- Arteta said Dowman wants to stay, called him a lifelong Arsenal supporter, and stressed the club is balancing his development carefully.
- Reports state Arsenal have agreed scholarship terms to begin when he turns 16, with a pre-agreed professional deal possible at 17 under FIFA rules.
- The winger has already made senior cameos this season in the Premier League and featured in the Carabao Cup win at Port Vale.
- For the Brighton tie, William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli are ruled out through injury, while Riccardo Calafiori, Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka are available.