Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun has signed his first professional contract with the club.
Balogun has been in excellent form at U18 level, scoring 13 goals in 12 games this season.
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The 17-year-old has featured for the U23s and in the Checkatrade Trophy as he has continued to gain valuable experience.
A fast and skilful player, the Hale End product is also effective at linking up play and can drift out wide to excellent effect.
Born in New York, the Highly-Rated Striker has represented the United States at U18 level and has also featured for England at the same age group.
It is understood that centre-back Mark McGuinness has also signed his first professional contract with the Gunners, although this has yet to be officially confirmed.
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In addition to McGuinness, there are four remaining second-year scholars at the club – Matt Smith, Bayli Spencer-Adams, Vontae Daley-Campbell and Zak Swanson.
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