Shamrock Rovers midfielder Victor Ozhianvuna is set to join Arsenal in a transfer expected to break the Irish record. The 16-year-old will sign a pre-contract with Arsenal, joining the club when he turns 18 in January 2027.

What happened?

Arsenal have agreed a deal with Shamrock Rovers for the young midfielder, with the fee expected to surpass Tottenham's deal to sign Mason Melia from St Patrick's Athletic.

Why it matters for Shamrock Rovers

The transfer represents a significant milestone for Shamrock Rovers, who have a growing reputation for youth development under manager Stephen Bradley and sporting director Stephen McPhail.

What comes next?

Ozhianvuna will remain with Shamrock Rovers until he turns 18, at which point he will join Arsenal. The club has an excellent relationship with Shamrock Rovers, having developed a scouting network and relationships with clubs in Ireland.

| Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Age | 16 | | Position | Midfielder | | Transfer Fee | Expected to surpass £1.6million | | Joining Date | January 2027