We’ve had our eye on Jordan McEneff for a while.
Back in November 2016, the Derry man produced a moment of magic during Northern Ireland’s Victory Shield defeat to Republic of Ireland.
His piece of skill to leave the full-back dazed and confused was simply mesmeric. No, we’re not exaggerating. Watch below.
Good lord, Jordan McEneff.
Derry man lighting up Northern Ireland v Republic of Ireland. pic.twitter.com/ALaNQWmMvf— Conán Doherty (@ConanDoherty) November 1, 2016
Jordan is the younger brother of Aaron McEneff, the Derry City midfielder who was part of Tottenham Hotspur’s youth set-up between 2013 and 2015.
While it didn’t quite happen for Aaron in North London, Jordan has a huge opportunity to make it at Spurs’ bitter rivals Arsenal after signing a professional contract with the Gunners.
The 17-year-old joined Arsenal last summer and was one of three academy prospects – along with Tobi Omole and Harry Clarke – to sign professional deals just in time for the new Premier League season.
McEneff has earned the nickname ‘Besty’ from the U18 coaching staff thanks to his dribbling skills. A lofty comparison, but here’s hoping the youngster can keep his feet on the ground and slowly establish himself among the seniors at the Emirates Stadium.
Happy to have signed my first Professional contract @Arsenal 🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/s0Ku7qt2KK
— Jordan Mceneff (@jordanmceneff01) August 11, 2018
According to Arsenal’s official website, McEneff has made a real impression during his brief time with the U18s and will follow in the footsteps of the former Celtic striker Anthony Stokes, who came through the ranks at Arsenal.
McEneff, whose father is from Dublin, switched allegiance to Republic of Ireland after having represented Northern Ireland up to U17 level.
