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Arsenal sign Dutch striker Donyell Malen from Ajax

Published Jul. 29, 2015 2:03 p.m. ET

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A statement on the Ajax website confirmed Arsenal's move for the 16-year-old striker, described as "a great talent" by his former academy boss Wim Jonk.

Malen had earlier posted to social media a picture of him signing a contract, watched by Arsenal's transfer negotiator Dick Law. Ajax's statement said the Holland youth international had chosen to leave despite the offer of a new deal.

Jonk, head of youth development, said: "Donyell is a great talent. It is extremely unfortunate that he is leaving Ajax. We have made him an excellent offer and presented a clear development plan. If the player still makes another choice, it is disappointing."

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