Milan reportedly turned down an impressive offer from Arsenal before Manuel Locatelli became a Serie A sensation.

The 18-year-old midfielder came up through the youth academy and has been given his big chance following captain Riccardo Montolivo’s torn ACL.

He took full advantage, scoring two ferocious goals against Sassuolo and Juventus.

According to Calciomercato.com, Locatelli had been very close to joining Arsenal over the summer.

Milan reportedly turned down an impressive offer from Arsenal before Manuel Locatelli became a Serie A sensation.

The 18-year-old midfielder came up through the youth academy and has been given his big chance following captain Riccardo Montolivo’s torn ACL.

He took full advantage, scoring two ferocious goals against Sassuolo and Juventus.

According to Calciomercato.com, Locatelli had been very close to joining Arsenal over the summer.

Milan eventually turned down the proposal, preferring to keep hold of the talented creative midfielder.

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