Arsenal youngster Saka hails Smith Rowe impact: He deserves this opportunity

Football
12 Feb 2021 • 5:47 AM MYT
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Bukayo Saka has backed Emile Smith Rowe to continue performing for Arsenal.

The 20-year-old has been excellent as a creative midfielder for Arsenal since the turn of the year.

And Saka has hailed his fellow academy graduate for his impact on Mikel Arteta's squad.

"[He has] settled in perfectly, he was patient for his opportunity and I think he deserved it. When he got it he took it and showed the impact he can make for the team," he told the Premier League's official YouTube channel.

"He's a livewire across the pitch, he's everywhere, he will run into space, pass into space and create opportunities for all of us. I love playing with him and I'm really happy with what he's done in the team since he's come in."