Arsenal officially confirm they have just signed the new Kevin De Bruyne

Arsenal have announced an agreement to sign Georgian wonderkid Andria Bartishvili.

The Gunners have done a lot of work on their academy over the last 18 months, with a focus on signing elite young talents from across the continent.

The signings that made the most noise were the Quintero twins – Edwin and Holger. Both players will join the club when they turn 18 next year.

Bartishvili will now join them too.

Arsenal confirm pre-contract agreement to sign Andria Bartishvili

Andria Bartishvili is one of the best young talents in Europe right now.

The Georgian, still only 17, was wanted by some of the biggest clubs on the continent, and could’ve chosen many sides.

However, Andrea Berta and his team worked hard behind the scenes to convince the teenager to join Arsenal, and their efforts have now been rewarded.

Arsenal have just confirmed on their website that Bartishvili has signed a pre-contract agreement with the club, which will see him move to the Premier League champions in 2027.

Bartishvili currently plays for Iberia 1999, where he is on loan from Kolkheti 1913. He has also made his U21s debut for Georgia despite only being 17.

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Because of his nationality, the youngster has often been compared to Paris Saint-Germain superstar Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

However, Georgian football expert Saba Sapanadze believes he is more like Kevin De Bruyne.

He told Football London: “For me, Kvaratskhelia is currently the best player in the world and the No. 1 winger. Obviously, that comparison creates pressure, but stylistically, Khvicha and Andria are very different players.

“Khvicha is a pure winger, much quicker, with long, powerful strides. Andria operates more centrally, behind the striker, and one of his biggest strengths is his ability to break through midfield from central areas.

“In terms of style, I’d compare him more to Kevin De Bruyne.”