Wayne Rooney says Arsenal teenager Max Dowman is the talk of the footballing world and destined for a "massive future" following his impressive Premier League debut.

Arsenal sensation Max Dowman declared he is only just getting started after his sensational debut in Saturday’s 5-0 win over Leeds United. The 15-year-old became the second youngest player in the club’s history when he came off the bench to replace summer signing Noni Madueke with 25 minutes remaining.

Arsenal made history once again by handing academy star Max Dowman his first Premier League appearance at the age of just 15. The youngster came off the bench in the 64th minute during Arsenal’s emphatic 5-0 victory over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium,

Arsenal have approached Bayer Leverkusen with a view to signing centre-back Piero Hincapié before the transfer window closes, sources told ESPN.

Arsenal are interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie. The Gunners want a left-sided defender as a priority this summer, with Ecuador international Hincapie emerging as a strong candidate. Arsenal's recruitment staff have watched the 23-year-old extensively, sources told BBC Sport.

Hincapie’s preference is to join Arsenal and the Premier League side are ready to push for him, should departures materialise.