Arsenal youngster Nathan Tella announces he's joined Saints

The 17-year-old appeared as a trialist for the club's under-18s against Leicester just over a week ago and has now revealed that he's signed on at St Mary's.

The wideman has been at the Gunners since he was just seven years old, but confirmed via Instagram that he has now arrived on the south coast.

He wrote: "After a great 10 years at Arsenal, sadly I have to move on to a new challenge.

"Thank you everyone who has helped me over the past 10 years to make into the player I am.

"I will miss the boys and hope they all have a great career.

"However , I am delighted to sign with Southampton Fc.

"Can't wait to see what the future holds for me at this club.

"Thank you God for allowing me to achieve this goal, and also everyone who has supported me."

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After a great 10 years at Arsenal, sadly I have to move on to a new challenge. thank you everyone who has helped me over the past 10 years to make into the player I am. I will miss the boys and hope they all have a great career ❤️ However , I am delighted to sign with Southampton Fc. Can't wait to see what the future holds for me at this club. Thank you God for allowing me to achieve this goal, and also everyone who has supported me.