Alex Kirk: Things to know about the young defender

14 April 2021 19:30

As Arsenal look to stabilise their future under Mikel Arteta, the gaffer has got his eyes on some of the young academy prospects who could potentially make a move up to the first-team.

Ahead of their Europa League quarter-final second leg against Slavia Prague, Arteta made the decision to call up a few of the youngsters to train with the first-team, including 18-year-old Alex Kirk.

But who is Kirk and what about him has attracted the eyes of Arteta? Here's everything you need to know about Arsenal's latest academy prospect.


1. He's a defender