Arsenal midfielder Charlie Patino has shared a heartfelt message on social media after it was confirmed that he will be leaving the Emirates.
Patino first captured attention in 2021 when, at 18 years old, he scored on his debut during a 5-1 victory over Sunderland in the League Cup.
Many believed he was destined to become a star under Mikel Arteta, with Arsenal’s head of scouting, Shaun O’Connor, once calling him the ‘best player to ever come through Hale End’.
Despite this, the midfielder only made two appearances for Arsenal, spending the past two seasons on loan at Blackpool and Swansea….
Continue ReadingNow 20, Patino is set to join Spanish second-division side Deportivo La Coruna in a £1 million deal, which includes a significant sell-on clause for Arsenal.
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Announcing his exit to Spain in a post on Instagram, the youngster began: ‘Dear Arsenal fans.
‘Firstly, I just want to say thank you for all the amazing memories that I have had at this historic club. It has been an honour to represent Arsenal on and off the pitch.
‘I joined the club when I was 11 years old with a dream of one day making my debut for Arsenal. I was fortunate enough to make my dream a reality and for this I will always be grateful.
‘Thank you to the fans, team mates, coaches and everyone associated to the club. Best of luck for the future!!’
Patino is the second player from Arsenal’s Hale End academy to depart this transfer window, following Emile Smith Rowe’s £34 million transfer to Fulham.
A third departure may be imminent, with Eddie Nketiah nearing a move to Crystal Palace.
The striker was previously on the verge of signing with Nottingham Forest, but negotiations fell through over the weekend due to the club’s inability to reach an agreement with the 25-year-old.
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