Confirmed: Arsenal announce second exit of the day as midfielder completes transfer

ARSENAL have confirmed the exit of Isaac Hayden, who joins Hull City on loan for the 2015/16 season

The 20-year-old, who is said to be highly thought of by manager Arsene Wenger, has dropped down to the Championship to gain experience with Steve Bruce's Tigers.

The England under-20 international, who can play in defence and midfield, is making the first loan move of his career.

“I’m very pleased and very excited,” Hayden said.

“It’s exactly what I need at this stage of my career.

“The manager has been great with me and I’m looking forward to meeting the rest of the lads - I can’t wait to get started now.

“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. I’m very excited for the season ahead.”

Hayden becomes the second Arsenal youth player to leave the Emirates on loan today following Dan Crowley's move to Barnsley until January.