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Who is Joe Willock, and is Arsenal’s teenage midfielder starting against Burnley?

The 19-year-old can play on both wings, and is the younger brother of fellow academy player Chris - and United ace Matty

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JOE WILLOCK has  been pushing his way into the Arsenal first-team this season, with Unai Emery giving some young talents a chance.

The 19-year-old has featured in the FA Cup and Europa League this term, while his brothers Matty and Chris are former academy graduates at the Gunners.

 Joe Willock netted twice against Blackpool in the FA Cup as he continues to earn first-team minutes
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Joe Willock netted twice against Blackpool in the FA Cup as he continues to earn first-team minutesCredit: AFP or licensors

Who is Joe Willock?

The Waltham Forest-born midfielder has been one of the standout graduates from the Arsenal academy.

The 19-year-old was joined by his brothers Chris and Matty - but they departed for Benfica and Manchester United.

Willock has been constantly pushing for a regular place in the Gunners' squad, having featured in the Europa League and FA Cup this season.

He scored against Vorskla Potlava in the European competition, before netting twice against Blackpool in the FA Cup.

Is Willock starting against Burnley?

The 19-year-old will start against the Clarets in the final day of the Premier League season.

It is his fourth appearance in the English top-flight, after making his debut in 2-1 defeat against Newcastle last year.

Gunners boss Unai Emery has already handed him his first appearance in the league this season, coming on in the victory over Huddersfield Town in February.

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