OFFICIAL: Arsenal confirm two wonderkid signings

Cameron Smith

• 4 Dec 2025 15:30 GMT
• 4 min read

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Arsenal have officially announced the double signing of Independiente del Valle twins Edwin and Holger Quintero.

The highly-rated Ecuador duo will both join Arsenal in August 2027, after their 18th birthdays, and they have reportedly penned five-year contracts with the Gunners after travelling to London to finalise the deal.

It is unclear how much Mikel Arteta’s side have paid to acquire both of their signatures, although early reports suggest the combined fee could reach over €10 million.

Independiente del Valle are famed for their youth production work and they have helped produce the likes of Moises Caicedo (Chelsea), Willian Pacho (Paris Saint-Germain) and current Arsenal star Piero Hincapie over the past few years.

The double signing of the Quintero twins comes amid Arsenal’s desire to land the best youngsters in world football. Shamrock Rovers forward Victor Ozhianvuna will also arrive at the club in 2027, while they confirmed the signing of Ajax goalkeeper Tommy Setford earlier this year.

Arsenal complete double signing

An official statement on the Arsenal club website read: “Edwin and Holger are recognised as two of the most exciting young talents in South America, displaying consistent and impressive performances at youth level for club and country. Both players have been capped at U17 international level for Ecuador.

“Edwin is left-footed, quick and a skilful dribbler. He operates as a right winger, likes to take on opponents and has a catalogue of skills.

“Holger is a technically gifted, right-footed, attacking midfielder who links play with his progressive vision and also possesses the ability to beat opponents with quick feet.

“We will be collaborating closely with Independiente del Valle on the development and wellbeing of both Edwin and Holger until they arrive at Arsenal.

“Everyone at Arsenal is excited to welcome the Quintero twins to the club in the near future.

“The transfer is subject to the completion of regulatory processes.”

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