Arthur Okonkwo confirms his departure from Arsenal with a heartfelt message. After a successful loan at Wrexham, where he helped secure promotion to League One, he is likely to join the club permanently. Eligible for the Nigerian national team, Okonkwo pledges his allegiance to the Super Eagles.
Arsenal Academy goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has announced his departure from the club with a heartfelt farewell message as his contract nears its end. Okonkwo, who joined the Gunners at the age of eight in 2009, has grown into one of the academy’s standout talents.
During his season-long loan at AFC Wrexham, Okonkwo delivered outstanding performances, recording 14 clean sheets in 36 appearances. His contributions were crucial to Wrexham's promotion from League Two to League One, leading to talks about a potential permanent transfer. Wrexham's manager, Phil Parkinson, has shown keen interest in securing Okonkwo's services permanently.
Okonkwo confirmed his departure from Arsenal on Instagram, stating that his contract will officially end on June 30, and he is likely to move to League One side Wrexham. In his emotional post, he wrote, “The time has come to say goodbye @arsenal
Having joined the club in 2009 at 8 years old, I have so many incredible memories from over 15 years. I’ve made friends for life and owe so much to all the coaches I’ve worked with, teammates I’ve played with, fans who’ve supported me, and everyone involved with the club for helping me grow and develop into the person and player I am today. Arsenal will always be special to me and I hope to see them be successful in the coming years. Thank you 
.”Born in London to Nigerian parents, Okonkwo is eligible to play for Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, despite having played for England's youth teams. Reports from the Guardian indicate that Okonkwo has chosen to represent Nigeria after not receiving a senior call-up from England. Further reports suggest that FIFA has approved his request to switch his international allegiance from England to Nigeria.
