Mikel Arteta has insisted he is not concerned that rival clubs could poach Arsenal 's teenage prodigy Max Dowman before he is old enough to sign a professional contract.

The 15-year-old last week agreed a scholarship deal that will take effect when he turns 16 on Dec. 31.

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FIFA rules state players cannot sign a pro contract until they turn 17, meaning the Gunners face an anxious wait to tie down a talent who has attracted interest from across Europe.

However, sources have told ESPN that lifelong Arsenal fan Dowman views his future at the club and Arteta played down the prospect of the playmaker moving elsewhe

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