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Arsenal star set to sign new contract as wonderkid has flown over amid transfer links

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Catch all the latest Arsenal news, including the latest update on Myles Lewis-Skelly contract, Sverre Nypan and Michael Oliver.

Arsenal are fresh off of winning another important three points in the Premier League, overcoming Wolves with just ten men.

The Gunners are looking to carry that momentum into the Champions League next up, taking on Girona with one point required to qualify in the top eight.

Elsewhere, the transfer window enters the final week as Arsenal look to add more options to their team for the rest of the season.

So with that said, here’s a look at the latest Arsenal news.

Myles Lewis-Skelly set for new Arsenal contract

Arsenal starlet Myles Lewis-Skelly is set to put pen-to-paper on a new long-term contract at the club, Arsenal Insider understands.

The youngster has impressed in a breakout campaign for the Gunners, with plenty of experience picked up in the Premier League and Champions League.

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While he only signed a new contract last summer, the new deal is set to reflect his growing status within the squad.

There is plenty of hope that Lewis-Skelly can continue to develop into a top prospect for Arsenal in the future.

Read more on Myles Lewis-Skelly contract.

Sverre Nypan to Arsenal transfer latest

Arsenal have been linked with a potential transfer for Norwegian wonderkid Sverre Nypan over the January window.

The young midfielder has flown to England ahead of a potential move, though he has also been linked with Manchester City and Manchester United.

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Amid those links, Nypan visited the former of the two Manchester sides for their victory over Chelsea.

According to VG, the youngster was invited by Erling Haaland, but appears far closer to joining Arsenal over Man City.

Read more on Sverre Nypan transfer.

Ex-PGMOL chief slams referee decision

Arsenal were in the midst of controversy over the weekend as they managed to overcome Wolves in the Premier League.

Plenty of talk surrounded Myles Lewis-Skelly and a red card he was given by Michael Oliver, despite protests.

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It was a decision that came under scrutiny, including from former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett as he said on social media: “It’s Arsenal and once again they are at the end of a very poor refereeing decision.

“Michael Oliver – that is not a red card and if I was you I would tell Webb that you do not want to work with your VAR Darren England.

“Between you it was a disaster to send off that Arsenal player.”

Read more on Michael Oliver verdict.