Arsenal are reportedly set to complete the signing of 16-year-old forward Vincent Joseph from Liverpool after the youngster confirmed his departure from the Merseyside club.
According to Football London on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, Joseph is leaving Liverpool after nine years with the club and is expected to continue his development at Arsenal’s academy.
The young striker had attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Chelsea, but Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement to bring him to north London.
The final transfer fee is yet to be decided and will be determined by a tribunal. Joseph is expected to sign scholarship terms with Arsenal as the club continues to invest heavily in its academy.
Joseph confirmed his Liverpool departure in a short Instagram statement, thanking the club for the memories after nine years with the Reds.
The teenager made a strong impression at youth level, making his Liverpool Under-18 debut just two months after turning 16. He marked the occasion by scoring only 10 minutes after coming on.
He later scored twice in Liverpool’s 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest, which turned out to be his final appearance for the Under-18 side.
Joseph has also impressed on the international stage, scoring eight goals in nine appearances for England Under-16s.
His move to Arsenal fits into the club’s broader strategy of recruiting highly rated young players and strengthening their academy for the future.
The Premier League champions have already brought several promising youngsters into their youth setup in recent months.
Mylo Bernard has joined from Crystal Palace, while Cardiff City midfielder Axel Donczew is also expected to arrive. Manchester United youngsters James Scanlon and Habeeb Ogunneye have likewise made moves to north London.
Arsenal have also completed the signing of long-term target Igor Tyjon from Blackburn Rovers after having two previous bids rejected during the January transfer window.
Georgian prospect Andria Bartishvili is set to join Arsenal next July after turning 18, having already agreed a pre-contract with the club. Republic of Ireland midfielder Victor Ozhianvuna will arrive from Shamrock Rovers in January.
Meanwhile, Ecuadorian youngsters Holger and Edwin Quintero are scheduled to join Arsenal from Independiente del Valle next August.
Joseph’s arrival would give Arsenal another promising attacking prospect as the club continues to build for the future.
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