Arsenal agree midfielder deal: Confirmation expected imminently

The 19-year-old has been viewed as one Arsenal top youth prospects.

Last season he spent a year at Rangers, helping them earn promotion back to the Scottish Premiership.

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But his progress has since stalled, making just two senior appearances this season for Arsenal.

And the Gunners are now prepared to send him out on loan again to gain experience in the Dutch second division.

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Arsenal midfielder Gedion Zelalem

According to the De Telegraaf, Zelalem travelled to Holland yesterday for tests and discussions with VVV.

An announcement is expected imminently to confirm the move.

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Gedion Zelalem spent last season at Rangers

The reports adds that Arsene Wenger remains an admirer of Zelalem and has agreed a new long-term contract with the player.

Borussia Dortmund had been interested in capturing the teen ace on a free transfer in the summer.

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