An Arsenal player who spent the 2023/24 season out on loan has announced that he is leaving the club.
The Gunners are expected to be very active in this summer’s transfer window. All eyes will be on incomings, but quite a few players could leave the club as well.
Fabrizio Romano revealed yesterday that Amario Cozier-Duberry is set to leave the club. Now, another Hale End graduate has confirmed that he’s on his way out too.
The talented goalkeeper came through the ranks at the club’s academy and was always viewed as a player with immense potential.
Okonkwo came close to leaving Arsenal back in 2021, but Mikel Arteta convinced him to stay at the club. The youngster signed a new three-year contract then.
However, the former England U18 international didn’t get a single opportunity in a competitive game at the Emirates. He spent the last two seasons on loan – first at Crewe Alexandra, then at Sturm Graz and finally at Wrexham last term.
Okonkwo became a star in each of his loan spells, but there’s just no space for him at Arsenal right now. So, the Gunners decided to release the 22-year-old, and he has now confirmed his departure on Instagram.
“The time has come to say goodbye,” he wrote in an emotional post. “Having joined the Club in 2009 at 8 years old, I have so many incredible memories from over 15 years.
“I’ve made friends for life and owe so much to all the coaches I’ve worked with, team-mates I’ve played with, fans who’ve supported me and everyone involved with the Club for helping me grow and develop into the person and player I am today.
“Arsenal will always be special to me and I hope to see them be successful in the coming years. Thank you!”
