Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has played down his influence on the form of Martin Odegaard.
The Gunners captain has produced career best form under Arteta.
But he told Marca: "I think it is his merit. His self-demand is brutal, he understands everything very well and learns quickly. We helped him by giving him responsibility and confidence by making him a captain.
"I explained it to him: 'With this will come more demands and your ability to transmit will be the key. Be you,' I told him. Martin is very reserved, but when he speaks, he is heard. He does everything required: he takes care of himself; he cares and improves others; he has education, love for the game, commitment... And it has been believed that he has to play closer to the area: touch it less and reach more.
"His numbers are very good: the midfielder with the most goals in the history of the Premier along with (Frank) Lampard. And he can still improve at 24 years old."