“I called him on the phone to congratulate him, he’s a player i really love his attitude and commitments”- Real Madrid Star Jude Bellingham pours compliments on Arsenal’s guy who has scored more goals than Lewandowski and Vinicius Jr this season
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand believes Bukayo Saka, the talented Arsenal winger, still has something to prove to establish himself as world-class, but in my view, he has already demonstrated his caliber on the global stage. Saka’s performance speaks for itself, and he simply needs to maintain his level of excellence.
Ferdinand acknowledges Saka’s quality and potential, suggesting that leading Arsenal through the Champions League knockout stages would solidify his status as a world-class player. Despite Saka’s consistent and commendable performances for Arsenal over multiple seasons, his Champions League opportunities have been limited until now, with this season marking Arsenal’s first qualification since his arrival.
Having secured a starting position on Arsenal’s right wing, Saka has showcased his abilities time and again, making him indispensable to the team’s lineup. His impressive statistics from previous seasons, including 14 goals and 11 assists, highlight his prowess as one of the Premier League’s top wingers. This season, with ten goals and seven assists in 23 league games, he continues to impress.
Saka’s debut Champions League campaign further reinforces his reputation, with three goals and four assists in just five games. These performances, coupled with his consistency in the league, undoubtedly position him as a world-class talent.
However, Ferdinand emphasizes that Saka must excel in the upcoming Champions League knockout rounds to truly cement his world-class status. Despite acknowledging Saka’s incredible talent and the need for him to have some rest due to his demanding schedule, Ferdinand maintains that Saka has yet to prove himself at the highest level of European competition.
As Arsenal prepares to face FC Porto in the Champions League round of 16, Saka has the opportunity to showcase his brilliance on the continental stage once again. With Arsenal’s strong current form and Saka’s exceptional talent, the prospect of Champions League success for the Gunners seems achievable. Should Arsenal triumph, there would be little doubt regarding Saka’s world-class credentials. The stage is set for Saka to continue his magnificent performances, and I am confident he will deliver.
