Arsenal's summer transfer window will be busy as many supporters will demand signings after yet another runners-up finish in the Premier League.

is set for a potentially career-defining window with the desire to win trophies now at a peak.

victory in the Europa League has perhaps increased the pressure on Arteta further - if it is not to be the Premier League, some silverware must come to Emirates Stadium in 2025/26.

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Fully aware of this pressure to deliver, Arteta and appear to be working hard to get deals done. Martin Zubimendi and Benjamin Sesko are the two top priorities this summer while Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres remains on the radar.

However, while outside additions to the squad are always exciting for supporters Arteta has some very talented youngsters at his disposal - but has also seen some young players leave the club.

have brought through some quality players - and have both become instrumental - while Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman are very bright prospects.

But one player who decided to move on was Ayden Heaven. The centre-back moved to the north west in January and speaking to official website, the 18-year-old explained his choice.

"The opportunities that the young players have got here in the past," he said. "I think United had the most minutes given to teenagers last season [2023/24].

"That convinced me to come here. And the people and the fans here are quite loving, and I felt that when I was playing - they’re so supportive."

On his departure from Arsenal, Heaven posted on the social media platform Instagram in February: "As the time has come for me to move on, I wanted to say how grateful I am to the good people at Arsenal who supported me during my time with the club.

"As a North London boy, I lived the dream of training and playing at Hale End and London Colney, as well as making my professional debut in the League Cup. "A big thank you too to Arsenal fans."

With valuing younger talent higher than ever before, the Gunners' academy could become crucial in the coming years.

They saw Chido Obi move on too with the striker, who set social media abuzz with some high-scoring performances, also signing for United.