Arsenal confirms deal for Okonkwo, six other players (Full list)

Arsenal have confirmed deals for seven of their academy players.

The players are: Brian Okonkwo, Maldini Kacurri, Josh Nichols, Ismeal Kabia, Harrison Dudziak, Sebastian Ferdinand, Osman Kamara.

The Gunners disclosed this in a lengthy statement via their website on Thursday.

"Seven of our academy players have signed new professional contracts at the club," Arsenal's statement partly read.

"Brian Okonkwo, Maldini Kacurri,
Josh Nichols, Ismeal Kabia, Sebastian Ferdinand, Harrison Dudziak, Osman Kamara."

Meanwhile, Arsenal are expected to bolster their manager Mikel Arteta's squad this summer transfer window.

The Premier League North London club finished second position behind Manchester City last season.