Looks like Arsene Wenger went shopping in France and got two Lens youngsters on a 2-for-1 special.
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Arsenal have reportedly signed two teenage sensations from RC Lens’ Under-17 squad – forward Jeff Reine-Adelaide and midfielder Yassin Fortune.
According to London24.com, Pascal Planque – head of youth development for Lens – confirmed that the Gunners have signed the two teenagers, who just last month were seen sporting Arsenal jerseys.
Here’s @arsenalFC two new frenchies #Fortuné #Adelaïde pic.twitter.com/3F6AJ06B5X
— Romain Scheers (@RomainScheersEN) May 28, 2015
Last month, the Metro reported that the two youths were on the verge of signing, but Planque made it clear that the deal was done.
“There are still some very good young RC Lens players,” Planque said. “This year was well-recruited with good players aged 13-14.
“What is frustrating is seeing the sometimes leave quickly, before they have time to wear the Lens jersey at the highest level. Look at Jeff Reine-Adelaide and Yassin Fortune at Arsenal. It’s not easy.”
Reine-Adelaide in particular reportedly turned down more money from Man United and Barcelona to wear the red at Emirates Stadium, according to London24.
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