'Superstar' Dowman shows his class - but Arsenal know caution is needed
Max Dowman shines with two goals against Ipswich Town - but boss Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal cannot rush his development.
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"He is 16 years old and we have to be really cautious."
— Mikel Arteta , Executive
"Unbelievable, he's unpredictable, he can go either way, so fluid, so nice to watch."
— Mikel Arteta , Executive
"He is a wonderful player who will be able to do everything in the game."
— Jamie Redknapp , Celebrity
"He's an unbelievable talent."
— Mikel Merino , Athlete
Key People
Former midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur and sports commentator.
Max Dowman is a young footballer who became the youngest scorer in Premier League history.
Mikel Arteta is the head coach of Arsenal.
Mikel Merino is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for the Spanish national team.
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Max Dowman shines with two goals against Ipswich Town - but boss Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal cannot rush his development.
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