Arsenal defender Gabriel declared William Saliba is up there with "the best" defenders in the Premier League as he gave a glowing verdict on his debutant teammate.
Saliba, 21, made his first competitive appearance for the Gunners in Friday night's impressive 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The France international partnered Gabriel at centre-back, while Benjamin White filled in on the right of defence, and helped Arsenal keep a clean sheet against the Eagles.
It was the type of commanding performance which proved Saliba is ready to flourish in England three years on from his £27million arrival from Saint-Etienne. Gunners fans have waited patiently to see the thrice-loaned-out player in action and Gabriel summed up their jubilant mood with his comments on the youngster's debut.
