Manchester United’s academy recruitment has gathered pace since INEOS stepped in as seen from the deals for Malian youngster Sekou Kone and Chido Obi, from Arsenal.And as recently relayed by The

Arsenal defender Ayden Heaven is closing in a move to Manchester United. Heaven is currently on scholarship terms at Arsenal and they are set to expire at the end of this season. The 18-year-old has been offered a professional contract by Arsenal, but he is set to join United.

There are a multitude of problems that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS need to address as they bid to turn around the fortunes of Manchester United. The club’s struggles on the pitch this season have been well documented,

TBR Football's Graeme Bailey says Arsenal made one last attempt to offer Manchester United-bound Ayden Heaven a contract but he said no.

Manchester United are closing in on a deal for Arsenal teenager Ayden Heaven, a source has told ESPN. United are nearing an agreement with Arsenal for the 18-year-old defender, but the move is not yet complete. Heaven appeared for Arsenal in their Carabao Cup victory over Preston in October.

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The well-known and well-respected journalist has reported on X that Heaven has turned down the chance to stay at Arsenal and has agreed to move to Premier League rivals United. The former Premier League and UEFA Champions League winners have already booked a medical for the 18-year-old central defender.

Heaven rejected a new contract at the Gunners. SEVENTH HEAVEN: Arsenal's Ayden Heaven looks on during the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Preston North End and Arsenal. Pic: Matt McNulty/ Manchester United are set to complete the singing of 18-year-old Arsenal centre-back Ayden Heaven.