Arsenal youngster Max Dowman has signed a scholarship contract with the club, according to BBC. Dowman, who is now 16, is widely regarded as one of the most highly rated young players in Europe. Early agreement and growing reputationDowman had agreed the scholarship contract several months ago, allowing him to focus fully on football and development. Despite his young age, Dowman has trained regularly with senior players at the club. Dowman has now turned 16, allowing the scholarship contract to be formally completed.