19-years-old Tim Akinola has sealed a move to Arsenal. 

His arrival at the Emirates Stadium enabled Arsenal complete their fifth permanent signing of the summer.

Championship club Huddersfield released the youngster last month. So, the Gunners decided to sign him because of its desire to add "development players" to its ranks.

The addition of Akinola is similar to that of George Lewis, who joined the club earlier this summer from Norwegian club Fram Larvik.

But why would Arsenal agree to sign Akinola without even taking him on trial? Why would the Gunners be so keen to sign such a player another club just released?

Candiidonline takes a close look at all you need to know about Tim Akinola and why the Gunners lured him to the Emirates Stadium.

1. Is Tim Akinola Eligible To Play For Nigeria

Akinola is a 19-year-old central-midfielder. He joined Arsenal following an exit from Huddersfield.

The midfielder is eligible to represent both England and Nigeria at international level. Nigerian parents gave birth to Tim Akinola on 8 May 2001 in England. 

2. What Has He Achieved So Far In Football

Tim Akinola, with respect, started his football career late. He didn't manage to get his foot in the door at any club at academy level until the age of 16. The teenager joined League Two side Mansfield Town.

Ahead of the 2018/19 season, Akinola made the switch to Lincoln City. Football lovers saw them as a club on an upward trajectory at that point. And they scooped the League Two title that season.

He also featured for City in the FA Youth Cup, playing against West Bromwich Albion.

In June 2019, Akinola was offered a trial at Huddersfield following their relegation from the Premier League and he jumped at the chance to test himself in the Championship. He was offered a one-year deal with the option to extend it.

However, despite giving it everything he had got, he left the club at the end of the 2019/20 season because of the sheer level of competition in the team.

3. For How Much Did Arsenal Pay To Sign Him? 

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