The youngster becomes the latest African to join the North London club as he aims to continue his development
Arsenal academy have signed Kenyan wonderkid Leo Messo on a scholarship on Wednesday, according to Football London.
Messo was pictured alongside the Gunners academy manager, Per Mertesacker and they posed together with a no. 9 shirt that has his name.
The 10-year-old was previously developing his skills at West Ham United before he made his latest switch to North London.
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After touring the academy facilities on Wednesday, Messo will be aiming to follow in the footsteps of Nigeria duo Chuba Akpom and Alex Iwobi, Ghanaian descent Eddie Nketiah who graduated from the revered Hale End.
His capture by the Gunners has got fans talking, most especially Kenyan fans on social media who can’t wait to see their compatriot grow and play at the Emirates Stadium.
I’m very happy for my young African nephew Messo.Congrant,African is behind you & make us proud..@Arsenal,thanks for paving a way for one of our own.Arsenal indeed is open for https://t.co/aE5va0CySW messo,we’ll monitor your development & will always pray for you.GO GOONER!!
— Saint (@saint_santrofie) May 19, 2021
Fans: give us world class players that can compete at the top level.
Arsenal: Hey Fans we can’t afford Leo Messi rn but manage this Leo Messo. https://t.co/IoqKUbsRRD
— RaymØnd💥 (@raytedRay7) May 19, 2021
To set this straight, Leo Messo has touched more trophies than Harry Kane. Leo Messo is 10 years old, Harry Kane is 28. 🇰🇪 ❤️👊 pic.twitter.com/4GPZNXQS5e
— Saliba 🔴 🇵🇸 (@SalibaEra_) May 19, 2021
Welcome to the arsenal family messo we will always be there to support you through out your career we are here If you need us family ❤️🔴
— A.S17 (@ArunSnell) May 19, 2021
