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Sam Hill

Why Edu must sign Bukayo Saka competitor as Mikel Arteta faces long-term Arsenal concern

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is arguably Mikel Arteta's most important player at the Emirates Stadium. The Hale End graduate has made more appearances than any other Gunners player during Arteta's reign as manager, scoring the second-most goals (33) and providing the most assists (34) in his 149 appearances under the Spaniard.

Saka is currently having his best season for Arsenal as they challenge Manchester City for the Premier League title, with just 10 games left to play. The 21-year-old has matched Lionel Messi and Neymar in registering 10+ goals and 10+ assists in the 2022/23 campaign, highlighting his impressive displays this term.

Arsenal remain confident that Saka will commit his long-term future to the club despite his current deal being set to expire in 2024. His performances this season have led former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has claimed that Saka is currently the world's best right winger, better than the likes of City star Riyad Mahrez and Liverpool's Mohamed Salah.

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