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Manchester United and Chelsea have rejected the chance to sign 19-year-old Arsenal player Myles Lewis-Skelly for £45 million. The young talent is also keen to stay at the club and compete for a starting place.

Chelsea and Manchester United have opted not to pursue 19-year-old Arsenal academy graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Earlier reports highlighted that intermediaries had offered the England youth international to both clubs for a fee of £45 million. However, according to The Telegraph, both Premier League sides rejected this opportunity, with the player himself determined to remain at Emirates Stadium and fight for his place in the team.

Player's prospects at Arsenal

  • Versatility: Lewis-Skelly is adept in both left-back and defensive midfield roles. Last season, he showcased his skills in the centre of the park during crucial Premier League matches and the Champions League final.
  • Defensive competition: Mikel Arteta is currently leaning on Riccardo Calafiori and Piero Incapie for the left-back position, which shifts Lewis-Skelly's focus towards midfield.
  • The Guimaraes factor: The signing of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle does not faze the young talent. The Brazilian will turn 29 in November, leading the club to view Lewis-Skelly as a future long-term replacement for him over the next few seasons.