Arsenal plan move for Japan's Ryo Miyaichi after trial

04 August 2010 16:40
Arsenal are contemplating a move for Japanese youngster Ryo Miyaichi, who is currently on trial with the Gunners, but face competition from Ajax.[LNB]The 17-year-old represented his country at the Under-17 World Cup last year and has been training with the Arsene Wenger's senior squad in an attempt to secure a contract offer.[LNB]However with one not yet forthcoming, the Japanese youth international will fly out later this week for a spell with Dutch giants Ajax. [LNB] Trial: Arsene Wenger invited Ryo Miyaichi to train with the Arsenal first team[LNB]Miyaichi produced a dazzling display in the club's 3-0 friendly win over non-league Boreham Wood on Tuesday night, watched by Wenger's assistants Pat Rice and Boro Primorac, as well as chief executive Ivan Gazidis.[LNB]The two-footed wide man tormented the opposing full-back with a combination of pace and power, and almost grabbed a goal, crashing an effort off the crossbar in the first half. [LNB]In the same match, Brazilian striker Wellington Silva made his Arsenal debut following a protracted summer move from Fluminense. [LNB] Bosnia defender Spahic claims he's heading to fill Arsenal's defensive crisisCesc agony! Arsenal captain Fabregas let down by Barca over transfer tussleHands off Arsenal! Mertesacker is staying with us, insists Werder chiefSign up to our FREE Fantasy Football game - with £40,000 in prize money up for grabsARSENAL FC

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