ARSENAL academy graduate Dan Casey has confirmed his exit from Arsenal after 10 years at the club.
Casey, 18, actually left the Gunners in the summer after turning down the chance to sign a professional contract with the club, but has now made his decision official.
Dan Casey has announced his exit from Arsenal after 10 yearsCredit: Getty
In a statement, the midfielder wrote: “After over 10 years at , I can finally announce that I have decided to leave.
“It was not an easy decision for me to make but one that I feel is crucial to progress my career and take the next step
“I want to thank the many members of staff and teammates that have helped me to become the player and person I am today, I look forward to what comes next in my career.”
and looks set to join the Cottagers on a permanent basis after making six Premier League 2 appearances for their Under-21 side.
The teenage talent had been close to joining in September of last year, but a deal ultimately fell through.
Casey was part of the same academy team as and , but has left in search of a different path to first-team action.
He was one of Arsenal’s standout players in the academy last season, scoring 18 goals in 21 appearances in the U18 Premier League.
has as Arsenal continue to lean into their Hale End academy.
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Andre Harriman-Annous, Marli Salmon, Brando Bailey-Joseph, Jaden Dixon, Ife Ibrahim and have all made their senior bows this term.
However, more established youth players have .
, despite having been a crucial part of Mikel Arteta’s team last season.
Meanwhile, after not making a single league start for the Gunners in the first half of the season.
Lewis-Skelly has even been linked with a permanent exit in recent weeks, with
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