Gabriel Martinelli has heaped praise on Arsenal star Bukayo Saka, describing him as one of the best players in the world.
Saka, 23, was instrumental in Arsenal’s comeback victory over Southampton on Saturday, ensuring the Gunners stayed hot on the heels of Premier League leaders Liverpool and Manchester City. After Southampton’s Cameron Archer netted an early goal, Saka robbed Flynn Downes to tee up Kai Havertz for his fourth goal in consecutive matches.
Martinelli, coming off the bench, then met a precise Saka cross to score in the 68th minute, before Saka himself scored late on to seal the win. With seven assists in the league this season, Saka leads the assist charts in Europe’s top five leagues and has now overtaken Arsenal legend Robert Pires with 41 assists.
