It has been reported that Spanish side Levante have snapped up Arsenal striker Wellington Silva.
The 18-year-old signed joined the Gunners from Brazilian club Fluminense last year but has been denied a work permit to play in England.
A statement on the Arsenal website read: “Arsenal has established a long-term strategy for identifying the best talent from around the world.
“This process has worked well in the past with players such as Carlos Vela.
“The club is confident it is the best approach for developing Wellington’s potential.”