Who is Ainsley Maitland-Niles and what shirt number does Arsenal youngster wear?
The young Englishman has been used in a variety of positions by Arsene Wenger as he looks to nail down his position in the first team
AINSLEY MAITLAND-NILES aims to build on his promotion to the first-team squad, with a start against Norwich in the League Cup.
The versatile midfielder has been deployed at central midfield, defence, right back and on the right wing for Arsenal.
Who is Ainsley Maitland-Niles
Born in Goodmayes, London, he joined the club at the age of six, coming up through Arsenal's revered Hale End Academy.
Maitland-Niles made his senior team debut against Galatasaray in 2014, becoming the club's second-youngest Champions League player at 17, behind Jack Wilshere.
He made his Premier League debut four days later against Newcastle United, but the following season he was shipped out on loan to Ipswich Town, where he played 30 Championship games.
The 20-year-old has gone on to earn 14 appearances for the Gunners, mostly in the League Cup.
What position does Maitland-Niles play?
The youngster is a midfielder by trade, but his explosive turn of pace has seen him fielded at full-back and on the wing.
What shirt number does Maitland-Niles wear?
Maitland-Niles wears the No 30 shirt for the Gunners.
What has Arsene Wenger said about him?
"His best position is central defensive midfielder," said Wenger before their Europa League win over BATE Borisov.
"He has great quality, he can steal the ball without making fouls. I believe he is ready to play. He has a great future."
