I first settled in Walthamstow, London, where starting went to school. Despite having arrived in England aged 11 unable to speak English, I went on to take A-levels, and excelled in school football.. I then joined Arsenal's youth system as a schoolboy from 2002, joining their Academy as a first-year scholar in August 2004. I then signed my first professional contract in October 2005, shortly before making my first team debut on 25 October 2005 in a Carling Cup tie in front of a 47,000 crowd at the Stadium of Light against Sunderland.. In August 2006, I joined Birmingham City on a season-long loan from Arsenal. After a slow start, I impressed Bruce enough to establish myself as a regular starter in central midfield. The fans were equally impressed, voting me their Young Player of the Season. On 11 May 2007, I made my move to Birmingham City permanent, signing a three-year contract for a fee of £4 million..
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