Nigerian-born star Chido Obi will battle Rasmus Højlund for the starting striker role after dumping Arsenal for Manchester United.
Danish teenage footballer of Nigerian descent Chido Obi-Martin has completed his move to Manchester United.
07:15 - 30.07.2024
Chido Obi: Nigerian-born star says goodbye to Arsenal, tipped to sign for Manchester United
Nigerian-born star Chido Obi-Martin says goodbye to Arsenal, tipped to sign for Manchester United.
After months of wrangling over pay negotiations, the teenage striker signed a contract with United after leaving Arsenal as a free agent.
18:30 - 21.05.2024
Chido Martin Obi : Super Eagles hope dies as Arsenal youngster shines for Denmark at Euro U-17
Arsenal youngster Chido Martin Obi ends Super Eagles of Nigeria hopes with a goal for Denmark at Euro U-17.
On Friday, October 4, 2024, Obi-Martin put pen to paper and signed a contract with United.
He posted photos of his unveiling at Arsenal along with a message that said, "Very happy to sign with this amazing club, time to focus and achieve all my dreams.
"Thanks to everyone who has helped me get this far. @manchesterunited 🔴⚪️"
The 16-year-old's deal is now expected to be confirmed by a United statement.
After declining the opportunity to continue with the north London club, the prolific teenage forward decided to depart the Gunners after his terms expired, making him a transfer target for clubs throughout England and Europe throughout the summer.
Obi-Martin, who will turn 17 in November, was snatched up by United.
Chido Obi at Arsenal
The 16-year-old is undoubtedly one for the future after making headlines last season with Arsenal for his amazing goal-scoring feats at the youth level.
At the age of just 15, Obi-Martin scored 10 goals in a single game for the Gunners' Under-16 team in a 14-3 rout of Liverpool in October 2023.
In April, he scored seven goals for the U18s in a 9-0 rout of Norwich.
After being promoted to the U18s the previous season, he scored 32 goals in all, including 29 in just his last 11 games.
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