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Arsenal youngster handed chance to break Jude Bellingham’s England record

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman has received his first England Under-21 call-up at just 16 years old after being included in Lee Carsley’s squad for this month’s international fixtures. The highly rated attacking midfielder is among 24 players selected for friendly…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:40 PM
Arsenal youngster handed chance to break Jude Bellingham’s England record
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal's 16-year-old midfielder Max Dowman received his first England Under-21 call-up for friendlies against Portugal and France.
  • Dowman will become England's youngest-ever Under-21 player if he features, surpassing Jude Bellingham's record.
  • The call-up comes despite Dowman currently serving a three-match domestic suspension following a red card against Fleetwood Town.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal attacking midfielder Max Dowman has received his first England Under-21 call-up at age 16 for upcoming friendly matches against Portugal and France. Manager Lee Carsley named Dowman in his 24-player squad, making the teenager one of two maiden call-ups alongside Norwich City striker Jovon Makama.

Dowman could become England's youngest-ever Under-21 international, potentially breaking the record held by Jude Bellingham. Although he is currently serving a three-match domestic ban following a red card against Fleetwood Town, he remains eligible for England and joins fellow Arsenal academy graduates Ethan Nwaneri and Tommy Setford in the squad.

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