Winger Kyran Thompson, 16, has moved to St James’ Park after leaving the Gunners. There had been strong reports linking Thompson with Tottenham. Before his Newcastle deal was confirmed, Thompson wrote on Instagram thanking Arsenal.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle United have finalised a deal for Arsenal youngster Kyran Thompson. The transfer expert posted on X that Newcastle agreed to a deal to sign England U17 winger Kyran Thompson from the Arsenal Academy. Romano added that Thompson agreed to join NUFC from among five proposals and is leaving Arsenal as a free agent. The post also stated the deal is in place and that Thompson is a new talent for Newcastle.