Emile Smith Rowe has signed a five-year contract with Fulham, with an option to extend for an additional year.
The England international has had a journey that started at Arsenal’s academy at the age of 10 and saw him make 115 senior appearances for the Gunners.
“I’m finally here, so I’m really happy for me and my family – it’s a good moment.”
“I’m really excited, I just wanted to get here as quickly as possible so I could get going with my team-mates.
“Listening to the project, speaking to the manager Marco Silva and seeing what players we have here already, I think it’s an exciting project for me and definitely the perfect step for my career going forward.” said the 24-year-old.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised Smith Rowe’s commitment and attitude, acknowledging the mixed emotions surrounding his departure.
“I’m sad that Emile is leaving us but excited for him to take this new opportunity at this stage of his career, when he needs to be starting matches and playing regularly.”
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