Bukayo Saka has raved about Arsenal attacking midfielder Martin Odegaard and has praised him for his performance against Newcastle United at St. James’ Park in the Premier League on Sunday.
Saka has told Arsenal’s official website that his Gunners teammate Odegaard is “a fantastic leader” and has been so “all season”.
The £30 million (SkySports) playmaker scored the opening goal for Arsenal in their 2-0 win against Newcastle on Sunday afternoon.
Odegaard played well for the Gunners, especially in the first half, and was a problem for the Newcastle defence during his time on the pitch.
Bukayo Saka on Arsenal teammate Martin Odegaard
Saka said about Odegaard: “He’s a fantastic leader, he has been all season. He’s been leading by example, on and off the pitch. Hopefully he can continue this form.”
Leader
In our view, Martin Odegaard is one of the best playmakers in the Premier League and is a key figure for Arsenal.
The playmaker has scored 15 goals and given seven assists in 34 Premier League matches for the Gunners this season.
The 24-year-old has added goals to his game this season and is making the right calls when it comes to shooting on goal.
Odegaard is not the kind of leader who digs his teammates out on the pitch or shouts and screams at them.
The attacking midfielder lets his football do the talking.
He is calm under pressure and knows exactly what to say and do when the going gets tough.
Odegaard is a gem of a footballer, and Arsenal are a better team with him in it.
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