Arsenal have taken steps to safeguard their long-term stake in Ethan Nwaneri as details of his loan move to Borussia Dortmund come to light, according to Fabrizio Romano via EPL Index.
The young Gunners talent has been sent to the Bundesliga to gain first-team experience, but Arsenal have reportedly ensured they retain firm control over his future, with no obligation-to-buy clause included in the agreement. That means Nwaneri is expected to return to north London once his spell in Germany concludes, rather than Dortmund having any pathway to a permanent deal.
The move underlines Arsenal's confidence in Nwaneri as one of their most promising academy products, with the club keen for him to develop under regular competitive minutes abroad without risking losing him permanently. Full specifics of the loan structure, including its duration, have not yet been disclosed.