Arsenal Midfielder Zac Shuaib on Trial at Brighton Amid Uncertain Future
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Talented Arsenal midfielder Zac Shuaib, who is eligible to represent Nigeria, England, Spain, and India, is currently on trial with Brighton & Hove Albion as he faces an uncertain future at the Emirates.
Despite his limited game time this season due to fitness issues, Shuaib remains a promising prospect. He has made only five U18 Premier League appearances for Arsenal this season, totalling 96 minutes. The midfielder even trained with Arsenal’s first team before a Premier League fixture against Brentford in 2024, though he was not included in the matchday squad.
Having started his career at Chiswick Youth, Shuaib also had spells at Hanwell FC, Focus Football, London Colney Colts, and Tottenham Hotspur before joining Arsenal’s Hale End Academy in 2022.
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Zac Shuaib’s trial at Brighton signals a critical turning point in his career. Being released by Arsenal could be a setback, but it also presents an opportunity for him to prove himself elsewhere. Brighton, known for their strong youth development, could provide the right environment for him to flourish.
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The 17 year old is nearing the end of his scholarship contract with Arsenal, which expires in four months. Reports indicate that the Gunners are unlikely to offer him a professional deal, making a move away from North London highly probable.
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Shuaib played for Brighton's U18 team as a in their 5-1 defeat to Southampton over the weekend, featuring for the last 28 minutes of the match. His involvement with Brighton suggests that Arsenal have already deemed him surplus to requirements for the 2025-26 season.
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For Nigeria, securing young dual-national players early remains a challenge. If Shuaib finds stability at Brighton and develops into a top midfielder, the NFF may need to act quickly to convince him to commit to the Super Eagles before England or Spain enter the picture.
If he secures a permanent deal with Brighton, he will have the chance to develop under one of the most exciting football setups in England, potentially working his way up to Premier League football in the near future.
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He has spent two years at Arsenal’s Hale End Academy, joining in March 2022.
Brighton’s academy has developed top players like Evan Ferguson, Moisés Caicedo, and Ben White, making it an ideal place for young talents to thrive.
Shuaib’s involvement in Arsenal’s first-team training last season showed the club once viewed him as a high-potential player.
His lack of game time this season only 96 minutes played was largely due to fitness issues, which may have influenced Arsenal’s decision not to extend his contract.