Mikel Arteta Advocates Multi-Club Model to Boost Arsenal’s Youth Recruitment

The Arsenal manager highlights post-Brexit challenges and seeks innovative solutions to compete with Europe’s elite academies.

Mikel Arteta has called for Arsenal to explore a multi-club model to address recruitment challenges caused by post-Brexit regulations.
English clubs are now restricted from signing overseas players under the age of 18, putting them at a disadvantage compared to European teams.
Arteta praised Barcelona’s La Masia academy, where he trained as a youth, as a unique and highly effective environment that Arsenal cannot replicate under current rules.
Rival Premier League clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea have already adopted multi-club networks, allowing them to develop young talent internationally and transfer players seamlessly.
Arsenal is reportedly considering the multi-club approach as part of their long-term strategy, though no formal decisions have been announced.