Oleksandr Zinchenko has proven to be one of the best signings of the summer, but Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta likely already knew that would be the case. The £32million deal to bring the versatile defender to the club from Manchester City looks a bargain deal secured by Edu in hindsight given his value to the Gunners so far this season.
In an idea first pitched by Arteta during his time at City, Zinchenko has mastered the inverted full-back role and it is proving to be a great weapon for Arsenal. Having that new dimension to their play has helped Granit Xhaka take up a freer role, while Gabriel Martinelli and now Leandro Trossard have been beneficiaries of Zinchenko's abilities.
Despite being in an advanced role when Arsenal are in possession, Zinchenko is not exactly known for his contributions in front of goal; that is until recently.
