The Montpellier striker is considered the greatest hope in his age category in France. The centre-forward has exploded over the past year, attracting the attention of Arsenal and Barcelona.
Last season, he scored 15 goals and provided 12 assists in 24 matches with the Montpellier U17s.
Arsenal interested in Pavé
Pave is so impressive that he now plays with players four years his senior in the Montpellier U19s. Sport reports that Arsenal and Barcelona are monitoring him closely and are considering taking action soon.
Montpellier was aware of the club’s interest and tried to convince Pavé to sign a three-year contract when he turned 16. According to Sport, the prodigy is studying his options and must decide if leaving his country at such a young age is the right decision for him.
Arsenal and Barcelona are expected to make action later in the season.
In recent years, both clubs have invested heavily in their training centers. The Gunners already have one of European football’s most promising 15-year-olds in their ranks, Max Dowman, who only turns 16 on New Year’s Eve.
It’s a good time for Arsenal, who extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points on Saturday with a 2-0 win over Burnley.
