Hayden has featured for Arsenal at U21 level in recent seasons but has not been able to force his way into the first-team picture. 'It's exactly what I need at this stage of my career," Hayden told the club's official website. "This club is an ambitious one, so to be part of this is a great opportunity. It's a chance for me to prove myself.' Akpom, who has made nine competitive appearances for the Arsenal first-team, is also in talks with Steve Bruce's side. He impressed when scoring a hat-trick against a Singapore Select XI during Arsenal's pre-season tour of the Far East.
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