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

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

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.

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.

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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.

Eintracht Frankfurt CEO Markus Krösche has confirmed that the Bundesliga club are in talks to sign Arsenal defender Ayden Heaven.

Manchester United is set to sign England under-18 international Ayden Heaven after the youngster refused to continue his stay at Arsenal’s academy.

Manchester United are close to completing a deal for another promising Arsenal youngster in Ayden Heaven. United signed striker Chido Obi-Martin from the Gunners in October and the 17-year-old has already impressed in the club's FA Youth Cup campaign.