Arsenal might just be cooking something special this season! 15-year-old Max Dowman is already making headlines — and not for nothing. The young baller caught everyone’s attention during Arsenal’s pre-season friendlies, and fans are already throwing big names around. Yes o, they’re calling him the “next Messi.”
Mikel Arteta, the Gunners’ boss, couldn’t hide his excitement after their dramatic 3-2 win over Newcastle United, where Dowman made another impactful cameo. Speaking to reporters, Arteta didn’t hold back:
“Yeah, it is special. What he’s done today against this team in the time that he had on the pitch is something certainly not common to witness for a 15-year-old,” Arteta said.
“We are extremely happy to have him. His environment — family, club staff, and academy — have all played a massive role in his development.”
Omo, for a 15-year-old to be turning heads like this at top level? That’s not beans o!
Dowman also impressed in their friendly against AC Milan, showing confidence and composure well beyond his age. Even more wild? Arsenal fans didn’t waste time — they rushed to X (formerly Twitter) to hype the teen sensation, with many boldly comparing his ball movement and vision to Lionel Messi. Some even said, “If you squint, you’ll think it’s prime Leo in an Arsenal shirt.”
Let’s be real — the road is still long, but omo, the talent no be regular at all. Arsenal fans may just be witnessing the start of something legendary if Dowman keeps this energy going. Fingers crossed
