Hugely talented Arsenal youngster Marcelo Flores is set to sign his first professional contract with the club when he turns 17 tomorrow.

Flores has arguably been the star performer for Arsenal’s U18 side in the early weeks of the campaign, scoring three goals in as many games and demonstrating that he is equally comfortable on either flank.

The prospect, who was previously mainly used in midfield, has represented Mexico at U18 level and joined Arsenal from Ipswich Town in 2019.

Flores is set to sign a five year deal, according to Milenio. He has already trained with the first-team on a couple of occasions and will hope for further involvement with Mikel Arteta’s squad.

Of the current first-year scholars, Khayon Edwards, Jack Henry-Francis and James Lannin-Sweet are already eligible for professional contracts.

Charlie Patino, meanwhile, is likely to sign professional terms when he turns 17 next month.