Folarin Balogun believes the future looks bright for Arsenal, but he is still working to ensure he has a place within that while developing out on loan.
Balogun is one of the most promising players to emerge from the Arsenal academy in recent years. But after opportunities were limited at senior level this season, he was loaned out to Middlesbrough in the Championship midway through.
The spell has been beneficial for the England youth international. He has two goals and two assists from 12 Championship appearances.
Balogun is getting the gametime he needs to develop. It must be said that Arsenal aren’t missing him too much for the time being; they are currently on course to finish in the top four.
But Balogun, who turns 21 in July, could have a role in their long-term future. Therefore, he is keeping track of how things are going with his parent club.
He said of Arsenal: “Any single player would love to be in a side playing well. It makes your job easier.
“I’m looking at them but also concentrating on what I need to do to get into the team and add my qualities. From the outside looking in it’s very good.”
For now, as he acknowledges, Balogun must continue learning his trade with Middlesbrough until the summer.
He has already felt the benefits of playing more regularly at senior level. Indeed, as part of a promotion push, he feels he is thriving under the pressure.
He explained: “My game’s definitely become a lot more mature.
“Playing Under-23s I could…
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