10 Things Arsenal Fans Need To Know About Alexis Sanchez

10. He Is The Youngest Player To Ever Play For Chile

Hassan Ammar/AP/Press Association ImagesHassan Ammar/AP/Press Association ImagesAlexis Sanchez is about to be introduced to the Premier League in what is just the latest chapter in a burgeoning career for the forward, whose career growth has been rapid - especially in the international scene. Rather than progressing through his country's youth ranks, the Chile forward only played for the U-20 side before he was selected for the national team. He is the youngest player to ever represent Chile, when he made his debut at 17 years, four months and eight days. Since then, he has gone on to score 24 goals in 71 appearances for his country. Chile saw the potential in the forward from a very young age and he has paid them back in kind. Still only 25, Sanchez remains today a crucial member of La Roja, and has been one of the most exciting players at this summer's World Cup finals.
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