Arsenal and Chelsea track teenage midfielder ahead of potential 2027 transfer
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33-second readArsenal and Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing IFK Göteborg midfielder Oliver Mansson after being impressed by the Swedish youngster’s senior performances. According to an exclusive report from TEAMtalk, both Premier League clubs have been closely monitoring the 17-year-old, with his rapid development attracting attention from several English sides ahead of 2027.
The teenager has emerged as one of Sweden’s exciting midfield prospects after breaking into IFK Göteborg’s first team this season under manager Joachim Björklund. Despite his young age, Mansson has demonstrated impressive maturity, technical ability and composure in the centre of the park.
He made his senior debut at just 16 earlier this year and has continued to make progress, establishing himself as a player with considerable long-term potential.
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- Arsenal, Chelsea
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