Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on young striker Folarin Balogun for his current loan exploits with Reims.
After the Gunners brought in fellow forward Gabriel Jesus during last summer's transfer window, the club decided to send Balogun out on loan to further his development. Ligue 1 side Reims seemed like a sensible option for the young frontman to get some much-needed game time and the temporary move has proven to be perfect for all parties involved.
The 21-year-old has netted 14 league goals already this term, making him the current top scorer in the French top flight, ahead of the likes of Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and footballing icon Lionel Messi. That kind of form hasn't gone unnoticed either, with Arteta now lauding the talented youngster for his rapid development in recent months.
