Arsenal have snapped up Ajax prospect Donyell Malen.

The 16 year-old striker has been placed at Arsenal's academy by Italian super agent Mino Raiola. Malen recently signed with the flamboyant agent.

Malen was offered new terms by Ajax in June, but he refused to sign.

Ajax youth coach Wim Jonk told Voetbal International: "If the player has made this choice, that's disappointing.

"Because the potential is clear and the opportunities will come with Ajax.

"We are continuing with the guys who believe in us..."