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‘Maybe one day’: Arsenal starlet names one club he’d like to play for; says his heart belongs to another

Jordan Harris

Thu 17 June 2021 17:15, UK

Charlie Patino suggested the two other clubs he would potentially like to play for during his career.

Patino looks to be one of the most exciting prospects coming through at the Emirates.

The 17-year-old is yet to make his first-team debut. But he did make a handful of appearances for the under-23s in Premier League 2 last term.

It was recently suggested that Patino is set to be offered a new contract later this year. And he is also being lined up to train more often with Mikel Arteta’s senior squad.

Arsenal fans therefore, will be extremely excited about his potential. And they will be hoping that he enjoys a long and successful career in North London.

But it appears that Patino is a fan of a couple of other teams. And in an interview, he outlined a couple of moves he may not mind making at some stage in his career.

“I have a massive soft spot for Arsenal, but I’ve got to be completely honest and say that my heart is with Luton Town! I spent five years there as well and the development they gave me was massive and I’ll always appreciate that,” .

“My dad and I were season-ticket holders too and we’d literally watch every home game after I’d been playing in the morning, so they’ve played a massive part in my life.

“My dad also supports another team called Deportivo La Coruna because he grew up Spain. Maybe one day I could play for them too!”

Luton move may not be a bad idea for Charlie Patino as he looks to make grade at Arsenal

As things stand, Arsenal supporters will hope Patino is around for a long time.

But perhaps the Gunners should be open to helping the teenager realise one of his potential dream moves in the coming years.

A loan move to the Championship may make sense at some stage. And obviously, that may bring a club like Luton onto the radar.