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Max Dowman continues to impress everyone who watches him, even opposition managers ahead of their games against Arsenal.
The 16-year-old has enjoyed a remarkable rise under Mikel Arteta this season and is already making an impact at senior level.
Dowman’s performances have not gone unnoticed, especially ahead of Arsenal’s FA Cup clash against Southampton.
Saints boss Tonda Eckert has heaped praise on the youngster and predicted that he will go to the very top.
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Credit: TalkingPoints by GRV Media Southampton manager says Arsenal’s Max Dowman is already a ‘top-class player’
Max Dowman has quickly built a reputation as one of the most exciting young players in world football.
Despite being just 16 years old, the attacker has already shown that he can compete at a very high level against experienced pros.
Eckert has watched Dowman recently, and he has been impressed. The Saints boss has claimed that the youngster has everything needed to succeed.
He said, as per The Daily Echo: “I’ve seen his latest performances, and he has definitely shown that he’s up to the level. That’s outstanding if you can do that at 16 years old.
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“The challenge for young players, very often, is to get some consistency in their performances. It’s not just about having those peak moments, but what I’ve seen is a top-class player, and I’m very sure that he’ll make his way in the game.”
Southampton defender James Bree, who could face Dowman on Saturday, has also raved about the Arsenal academy graduate.
He said: “I’ve watched a few of their games and seen clips – he looks like an unbelievable talent!
“If he’s playing, hopefully we can keep him as quiet as we can, but he looks like a top player already. Hopefully, he can be good for England as well.”
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Credit: Getty Images/George Wood/Visionhaus Max Dowman is expected to start for Arsenal vs Southampton in the FA Cup
Dowman is having the season of his life and has already broken into the Arsenal first team.
There have even been calls from John Terry for Thomas Tuchel to include Dowman in England’s World Cup squad.
Furthermore, the 16-year-old was the best player on the pitch when Arsenal faced Mansfield Town in the previous round of the FA Cup. He also changed the game against Everton and was England Under-19s’ best player against Portugal.
All signs now point towards Dowman starting for Arsenal against Southampton this weekend. If he performs at his usual level, the Gunners should come away with a win and a place in the semi-final of the competition.
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