Manchester United announced on Saturday that it has acquired 18-year-old defender Ayden Heaven from Arsenal on a one-year contract that would expire in June 2029.

Heaven, an England U-19 player, made his senior debut in October when Arsenal defeated Preston North End 3-0 in the League Cup.

“I’m incredibly proud to join Manchester United. I’m grateful to everyone who helped make this dream a reality,” the centre-back said in a statement shared by United.

“I’ll be giving everything to continue my development and become the best player that I can be.”

Heaven, who was an unused substitute for Arsenal in three Premier League matches, will join United’s first-team squad, the announcement continued.

United, 12th in the league, play Crystal Palace on Sunday.