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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 87255, member: 27"]
A 17-year-old just locked in his first pro contract at Arsenal, turning a childhood academy grind into the real deal.

Teen Zimbabwean signs at Arsenal
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[*]Teshaun Tarumbidzwa Murisa, born in England to Zimbabwean roots, inked his first professional deal at 17.
[*]Stewart Murisa, his dad, previously turned out for CAPS United, Dynamos, and Highlanders.
[*]Since age six, Teshaun has climbed Arsenal’s academy ladder step by step.
[*]February 24, 2026, saw him seal it at the Sobha Realty Training Centre with family present.
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The Academy journey from Hale End
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[*]Hale End shaped Murisa for roughly a decade alongside a tight group.
[*]That squad grabbed the Under-16s Premier League Cup together.
[*]During an FA Youth Cup tie, he featured against Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.
[*]Midfield links with Maalik Hashi, Saurap Sampang, and Max Dowman stand out for him.
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Eyes on Arsenal first team
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[*]Measuring himself against senior players is part of Murisa’s long game.
[*]Declan Rice has offered pointers and practical advice on leveling up.
[*]Seeing first-team regulars daily gives him a target to chase.
[*]His inner circle’s backing remains a major driver behind the push forward.
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