Crewe Alexandra's star goalkeeper this season has signed for an Austrian Bundesliga side - after being recalled by Arsenal over the weekend.

Arthur Okonkwo signed for SK Sturm Graz on Monday (January 16) - on a loan deal until the end of the season.

The 21-year-old signed for Crewe in August from Arsenal - making 26 appearances the club.

Arthur Okonkwo signed for SK Sturm Graz on Monday (January 16) - on a loan deal until the end of the season (Kevin Warburton).

Okonkwo kept 10 clean sheets in his time with the Railwaymen - also making two penalty saves.

The goalkeeper was absent from Crewe's fixture away to Mansfield Town on Saturday (January 14).

Dave Richards started in goal for the Alex - with the score finishing 1-1.

Okonkwo had a shaky start to his Crewe career but soon became a hit with supporters.

Back in December, Okonkwo praised the large development steps he was making at Crewe.

Arthur Okonkwo was absent from Crewe's fixture away to Mansfield Town on Saturday 14 January (Ryan Parker).

He told Nub News: ""It's been a great experience at Crewe so far and really fun. It's a new environment for me living on my own and in a new area.

"I have developed as a player at Crewe. I didn't play as many games for Arsenal as I have here.

"I have learned a lot as person here by getting to know different players. It's really important for a player my age to learn and grow and I am here."

Last month, Okonkwo visited the Crewe Alexandra RSS pop-up shop, within Crewe Market Hall.

The player met over 100 Alex supporters - giving away over 50 signed photos.

On Monday (January 16), Crewe Alexandra released a statement thanking Okonkwo for his service at the club.

Arthur Okonkwo met over 100 Alex supporters at Crewe Market Hall - giving away over 50 signed photos (Ryan Parker).

The statement read: "Everyone at Crewe Alexandra would like to thank Arthur for his service, and wish him all the very best for the future."

Crewe Alexandra host Stockport County at The Mornflake Stadium on Saturday (January 21).

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