Arsenal are reportedly set to send a youngster out on loan this summer despite catching Mikel Arteta’s eye in pre-season.
The Gunners’ summer tour of the United States has given some good glimpses into what fans can expect from the north London side in the new season, with Arsenal insiders excited about Ethan Nwaneri breathing through having impressed in America.
With Arsenal also signing Riccardo Calafiori, it was a productive trip for Arteta’s side, who heading into the new season will be confident about overtaking Manchester City at the top of the Premier League standings.
Yet one player who impressed in pre-season is now set for a loan move
Karl Hein set for Charlton Athletic loan move after impressive Arsenal pre-season
According to London News Online, Karl Hein is set to join EFL League One side Charlton Athletic on loan, with the Estonia international signing a new long-term contract with Arsenal this summer.
With Arteta saying Hein had looked sharp for Arsenal in pre-season training, a loan move was needed for Hein this season with David Raya and Aaron Ramsdale clearly ahead of the 22-year-old in the goalkeeping pecking order.
Having played every minute of Arsenal’s pre-season tour, Hein joins Charlton fully match-fit and ready for the new League One season, which begins for the Addicks this Saturday against Wigan Athletic.
Indeed, Hein leaving on loan is a good move for all parties given the youngster’s potential, and the Arsenal goalkeeper will want to prove to the north London side that he can be a real prospect for the future out on loan with Charlto
Hein needs to grasp Charlton loan move with both hands
Hein has arguably needed a loan move for the past two seasons, with the Estonian youngster only going out to Reading in the 2021/22 campaign, where the goalkeeper made just five appearances for the Royals.
Which is why Hein needs to make the most of this upcoming loan move to Charlton, where the 22-year-old can take his game to new heights if he can establish himself as the starting goalkeeper under Nathan Jones.
Indeed, the Valley is the perfect site for Hein to develop his talents, and League One has proven to be a great division for Premier League youngsters to get their first start in the professional game, something the Arsenal keeper will want to do next season.
