Don Hutchison told ESPN that Arsenal’s rising star Bukayo Saka has ‘got the lot’.
The former midfielder, who also works as a pundit for the BBC, claimed that Saka is a ‘manager’s dream’.
Well, on Thursday, Saka showcased why he is so well thought of when he assisted Arsenal’s crucial goal during their Europa League win against Benfica.
Ever since Unai Emery gave the baby-faced attacker a shot at first-team football, he hasn’t looked back and Hutchison thinks he is now Arsenal’s ‘best player’.
“I think he’s their best player,” said Hutchison. “I know people say Aubameyang gets the goals and they rely on his goals, which is true.
“But when I watch young Saka play. I think he has got the lot. I look at his temperament. I look at the way he plays the game. You can tell he loves playing football. He has a smile on his face.
“I can imagine his attitude is infectious at the training ground and when he is playing. Talent-wise, he has a wand of a left-foot. He can ghost past players for fun. He can go either way. He has a turn of pace. He works back
“He has got the lot really. He must be a manager’s dream.”
It’s not only the club scene that Saka may end up thriving on because he can also do the business on the international stage.
Gareth Southgate has already handed Saka international caps, but given his form this season, surely he should be on that plane to the delayed Euros this summer?
Saka’s ability to play in various positions, and play them well, should surely make those in the England camp sit up and take notice because he should be a must for his country now.
Receive exclusive football transfer news and updates twice a week to your mailbox
