From Bukayo Saka to Tony Adams and Cesc Fabgregas, the Arsenal youth academy has churned out some legendary players over the decades.
However, it doesn't always work out for young Gunners as they try and cement a place in the first team. That certainly seems to be the case with midfielder Charlie Patino, with it being reported today that the promising midfielder could be on his way out of the club this summer.
LondonWorld looks at the 13 previous players sold by Arsenal who spent time in the club's academy - how did they get on and where are they now?
1. Kieran Gibbs
Left Arsenal in 2017 to join West Brom for around £7 million. Spent four years with the Baggies before moving to Inter Miami, where he agreed to terminate his contract in February 2023. The full-back is now 34 years old. | Getty Images
2. Francis Coquelin
Left Arsenal in 2018 after a decade at the club and joined Valencia for €14 million. He's been playing for Villarreal since 2020. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
3. Wojciech Szczęsny
Left Arsenal after 11 years in 2017 to join Juventus for around €15 million. H'es won three Serie A titles and two Coppa Italia cups with the Italian giants. | Getty Images
4. Jack Wilshere
Left Arsenal in 2018 after 17 years with the club when his contract expired to join West Ham. Retired at the age of 30 while at Danish side AGF in July 2022. | Getty Images