Arsenal seal Vincent Joseph deal from Liverpool

Arsenal have won the race for Liverpool's England U-16 striker, beating Manchester United and Chelsea to his signature.

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What happened. Arsenal have announced the signing of England U-16 striker Vincent Joseph from Liverpool. The 16-year-old turned down scholarship terms at Liverpool and joins as part of Arsenal's first-year scholarship intake for 2026/27.

• Manchester United and Chelsea also wanted Joseph
• Final fee yet to be settled via tribunal
• He arrives in north London for the 2026/27 campaign

The tribunal will determine the compensation fee, with Joseph set to begin his scholarship at Arsenal next season.

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