Arsenal striker thrilled to have backing of Arsene Wenger



Chuba Akpom thrilled to have Arsene Wenger's backing



CHUBA AKPOM says it's nice to know he has a future at Arsenal when his loan deal at Hull comes to an end.

 

The England Under-21 international joined the Tigers in the summer on a season-long loan, despite Arsene Wenger saying he could stay on as back-up striker.

But the 20-year-old, who signed a long-term deal at the Emirates in February, knows he'll have a better chance at breaking into the first-team at Arsenal after regular football in the Championship.

 

Chuba Akpom has scored two in three goals for England Under-21s

"He (Wenger) said I could stay there if I want, be involved and get some cameos, or I could go out and play solid games. That's what I'm doing now. 

"I chose to go out and play because I need to get as much game-time and as much experience as possible."