Despite securing both Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly to long-term contracts just last summer, Arsenal are now actively preparing to listen to offers for the prized academy graduates, according to BBC.

As the Gunners seek to fund their continued evolution under Mikel Arteta, the harsh realities of the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) have placed two of English football’s brightest prospects squarely on the auction block.

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The young English duo were expected to be a part of the Gunners squad for years to come, however, the Premier League leaders have changed their transfer market strategy and they are now ready to listen to offers for the young, talented duo.

Arsenal are looking to balance their books

For clubs navigating the complex tightrope of PSR, academy products represent the ultimate financial golden ticket.

Because neither Nwaneri nor Lewis-Skelly commanded an initial transfer fee when joining the club’s youth ranks, any revenue generated from their departures would be recorded...