Overview

• Mikel Arteta said he was “shocked” by Dowman’s composure and performance levels during senior training and friendlies.
• FotMob data credits Dowman with six dribbles, five shots and 88% pass accuracy across 95 minutes of pre-season action.
• The midfielder won two penalties in friendlies against Newcastle and Villarreal through direct runs and skillful trickery.
• Dowman has travelled with Arsenal’s first-team squad to Old Trafford for the Premier League opener.
• Despite public endorsements from Arteta and pundit Jamie Redknapp likening him to a young Wayne Rooney, Arsenal remains cautious about granting him regular competitive minutes.