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Arsenal desperate to beat Man United to 14-year-old wonderkid: He's been compared to Henry
ARSENAL are reportedly set to make an offer for Leicester wonderkid Terell Pennant.
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is desperate to sign Leicester wonderkid Terell Pennant
The 14-year-old is regarded as one of the hottest teenage prospects in England.
And the Daily Mirror claim Arsenal sent scouts to watch the youngster in action as he scored both goals in Leicester under-16s' 2-1 win over Southampton on Saturday.
It is claimed the Gunners are now ready to make an offer for him as they desperately look to steal a march over everyone else.
But they will face competition from Manchester United, who are also keen on securing Pennant's signature.
Jose Mourinho's Manchester United are also keen on signing Terell Pennant
Pennant is yet to sign a contract at Leicester and his contract is up at the end of the season.
He has also been likened to a young Thierry Henry and his younger brother Kian, who is another highly regarded young talent, could end up moving with him too as part of a package deal.