Max Dowman has already been shining for Arsenal, with pundits like Alan Shearer impressed – but Micah Richards claims he sees a slight issue with the wonderkid, involving Bukayo Saka. Dowman has burst onto the scene at Arsenal this season, with the 15-year-old trusted for first-team opportunities under Mikel Arteta.

Nwaneri gives Mikel Arteta important reminder of what he brings on night when Dowman looks at home on big stage

Micah Richards has voiced concerns about the development of Arsenal youngster Max Dowman, suggesting that the teenager may struggle to develop properly at the club.

Dowman’s presence in the makes him the youngest starter in the club’s illustrious history at just 15 years and 302 days, beating the previous record set by fellow academy graduate Jack Porter in the Carabao Cup last term—the goalkeeper making his senior debut against Bolton Wanderers at 16 years and 72 days.

The Hale End academy star was handed a full debut for the Gunners, starting his first match after several substitute appearances. In starting the match, Max Dowman became Arsenal’s youngest-ever starter, smashing even more records as he continues his rise.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his confidence that teenage sensation Max Dowman will remain at the club long term, describing the 15-year-old winger as a “special talent” who embodies

Mikel Arteta hailed Max Dowman's "special" performance, after the 15-year-old prodigy became Arsenal's youngest-ever starter in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Brighton in the League Cup fourth round.

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman is seemingly in contention to feature for the side in their upcoming Carabao Cup clash with Brighton. The 15-year-old has already played a role for the Gunners this season, after impressing Mikel Arteta in senior training.