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Arsenal have officially signed Ceadach O’Neill from Linfield, with the young talent agreeing to scholarship terms. According to Kilrea GAC, O’Neill has signed a three-year contract with Arsenal, indicating he will turn professional when he turns 17 in April 2025.

O’Neill, who is 16 years old and can play as a winger or an attacking midfielder, has already made senior appearances for Linfield and represents Northern Ireland at the U17 level. He previously participated with Arsenal U17s as a trialist at the Flamengo Adidas Cup in Brazil.

Arsenal is expected to announce their scholarship intake soon, and there is still anticipation around whether Chido Martin Obi will remain with the club.