Myles Lewis-Skelly
ARS
CM
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Sep 26, 2006 (19)
Left
5'10"
159 lb
ArsenalMakes third straight start
Lewis-Skelly recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Chelsea.
Analysis: Lewis-Skelly continued his early run in the lineup with a third consecutive Premier League start, operating alongside Declan Rice in midfield before being replaced in the second half. His early-season involvement shows the trust manager Mikel Arteta has placed in him following a strong preseason, though competition should increase once Bruno Guimaraes is available to return to the starting lineup.
Full 90 in opener
Lewis-Skelly generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 win versus Coventry City.
Analysis: Lewis-Skelly got the start and played the full 90 during Friday's Premier League opener. He slotted into the midfield and did well throughout the match, though he will likely be a rotation option throughout the season. With Arsenal competing in so many competitions, Lewis-Skelly should still get plenty of options in and around the team.
Role depends on squad needs
Lewis-Skelly's role heading into the season will depend on the squad situation, his training and available positions, according to coach Mikel Arteta. "It depends what happens with the squad, how he trains and the position. There are a lot of players that can play in various positions, and this is a huge quality we have in the squad"
Analysis: Lewis-Skelly has made the most of his opportunities during preseason, scoring once and delivering an assist over four outings, including a start and goal against Como, with manager Mikel Arteta previously praising his consistency after being asked to play more as a number six. His versatility gives him a path to minutes, though it will be difficult to earn a settled midfield role given the presence of natural options like Declan Rice and Bruno Guimaraes, leaving open the possibility he serves as a useful full back option instead. Lewis-Skelly's path forward remains uncertain amid ongoing transfer speculation surrounding his future.
Scores in final preseason game
Lewis-Skelly started and scored his team's lone goal during Wednesday's friendly clash with Como, and he was later praised by manager Mikel Arteta, who stated "He's had a really good pre-season. We asked him to play in a different position because he played more as a number six - we obviously lacked midfielders from international duty - and I think he had a really consistent pre-season".
Analysis: Lewis-Skelly has made the most of his opportunities in Arsenal's recent run of unofficial matches, scoring once and delivering an assist over four outings. Even though the versatile man has performed well as a midfielder, it will be difficult for him to earn a consistent role in that zone given that the team now has multiple high-quality natural options such as Declan Rice and Bruno Guimaraes. Therefore, Lewis-Skelly's future remains uncertain amid transfer rumors, but he could also serve as a useful full-back asset if he stays with the Gunners.
Getting run in preseason
Lewis-Skelly started the last three friendlies for Arsenal and delivered an assist in the Girona outing.
Analysis: Lewis-Skelly made 30 appearances across all competitions for Arsenal last season, contributing two assists, though he started just five Premier League matches and spent most of the campaign coming off the bench. Lewis-Skelly's versatility allows him to operate either at left back or in midfield, a profile that helped him carve out decent minutes for a teenager in 2025/26. However, he could be nearing an exit from the club after the Gunners signed Bruno Guimaraes to play in the area where he featured during preseason friendlies, with Arsenal reportedly exploring both loan and permanent options this summer to give the young versatile defender a clearer pathway to regular playing time.
Assists in win
Lewis-Skelly assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Club Brugge.
Analysis: The defender was able to assist in Arsenal's win and continues to show his versatility was a wingback. He'll likely be involved in attacks on Saturday against Wolves, a team which has allowed the most goals so far in the Premier League this season.
Tallies assist
Lewis-Skelly assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-0 win versus Atletico Madrid.
Analysis: It's generous to give Lewis-Skelly the assist on Gabriel Martinelli's goal but it counts nonetheless for the young defender. He should be a factor Sunday against Crystal Palace, though his focus will be on slowing down an attack which has produced 12 goals through eight EPL games.
Assists in cup win
Lewis-Skelly provided one assist and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Port Vale.
Analysis: Lewis-Skelly has been relegated to the bench despite an exciting breakout season last season. Riccardo Calafiori is fit and has held the left-back role firmly, but Lewis-Skelly showed why he's such an exciting attacking option during Wednesday's cup match. He should continue to play in cups and as a rotational option moving forward.
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