Former Liverpool defender and now pundit Jamie Carragher has heaped praise on Arsenal's young midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, calling him 'the next De Bruyne' and predicting he will have a big season. Carragher made the comments during a recent broadcast, highlighting Nwaneri's technical ability and composure beyond his years.
Nwaneri, who made his Premier League debut for Arsenal at the age of 15 in September 2022, has continued to develop within the club's first-team setup. As of the 2025-26 season, he has become a regular feature in Mikel Arteta's squad, impressing in both domestic and European competitions.
Carragher's comparison to Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne underscores the high expectations surrounding the teenager. While such comparisons are often premature, Nwaneri's performances have drawn attention from pundits and fans alike, with many seeing him as a future star for both Arsenal and England.
Arsenal are currently preparing for the upcoming 2026-27 Premier League season, and Nwaneri is expected to play a key role. The club's coaching staff have been careful to manage his development, but his talent has made it difficult to keep him out of the starting lineup.
