Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationDaily Mail FootballUnverified sourceVia ISAAN KHAN· 20 Aug 2026
Arteta: Lewis-Skelly 100% staying at Arsenal
Amid speculation of a move to Chelsea or United, the boss is adamant his teenager stays.
M. Lewis-Skelly
player
Player
Myles Lewis-Skelly
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Arsenal
Linked clubs
Chelsea, Manchester United
What happened. Arteta confirmed the 19-year-old will '100 per cent' stay at Arsenal despite reports he was offered to Chelsea and United.
- Lewis-Skelly scored against Como in a friendly last Wednesday.
- He celebrated with a heart-shaped gesture to the crowd.
- Saka and Rice are fit for the Premier League opener.
“100 per cent.”
— Mikel Arteta
Arsenal face Coventry in their opening Premier League match on Friday.
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