Gabriel Martinelli believes Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka is now one of the best players in world football.
Saka, 23, spearheaded Arsenal’s comeback win against Southampton on Saturday to ensure his side kept pace with Liverpool and Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.
After Cameron Archer fired the Saints into a shock lead at the Emirates, Saka disposed Flynn Downes to set up Kai Havertz for his fourth goal in as many games.
Substitute Martinelli then converted Saka’s pinpoint cross in the 68th minute before the England man capped another fine performance by getting his name on the scoresheet in the closing stages.
Saka has seven assists in the Premier League so far, three more than any other player, and the most across all of Europe’s top five leagues. He also surpassed Robert Pires’ tally of 41 assists for the Gunners.
“He’s unbelievable, and one of the best players in the world right now,” said Martinelli of his fellow winger.
“He’s a really nice guy as well so we’re really happy to have him here as one of the captains.
“It was an unbelievable ball from Bukayo and I was there to score. It was a really good moment for me and a nice goal.”
