I quit Arsenal for Everton to break free from youngster tag, Iwobi declares (Guardian)

Everton newcomer, Alex Iwobi has revealed that he left Arsenal to break free from the “youngster tag” he has carried since bursting onto the scene, reports squawka.com.

The 23-year-old completed a deadline day switch from north London to Merseyside, with the Toffees splashing out £28 million for the Nigerian’s services.

Having progressed through the club’s academy Iwobi quickly established himself as a mainstay in Arsenal’s first-team plans.

However, he started just 22 times in the Premier League last season. Read more

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