Arsenal is monitoring the progress of one of their former academy players, 17-year old Watford defender Tommie Hoban.
Hoban is in the second year of a scholarship at Watford, but he has already signed professional terms to protect both his and Watford’s interests. He made his Hornets debut in the final game of last season, away to Preston, which is his only appearance to date.
A source close to Watford said that Arsenal scouts were at their Academy game on Saturday when they defeated Birmingham City 2-0 and have been keeping a close eye on the teenager after a string of fine performances for both club and country.
Hoban is currently in Bulgaria with the Republic of Ireland Under-19′s, after impressing for the Under-17′s for whom he has played six times. He also made his Under-19 debut earlier this season, away to Serbia, and helped his side to an impressive 1-0 victory.
Manchester City are also expressing an interest as they look to strengthen their youth policy, but it looks as if Arsenal are the front runners to sign the teenager.
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