Bukayo Saka has emerged as one of football’s most promising young players, and his performances this season have solidified his status as a world-class talent.
Since making his debut for Arsenal at just 17 years old, Saka has consistently improved and become an integral part of the team’s rebuild under Mikel Arteta.
Initially playing as a versatile left-back, Saka’s qualities quickly saw him move further up the pitch. Under Arteta’s guidance,
Arsenal has made a comeback to the upper echelons of the Premier League, with Saka playing a pivotal role in their revival.
At only 22 years old, he has already been capped 32 times by England and has contributed to over 100 goals in his 210 appearances for the Gunners.
Saka’s credentials as a world-class winger have been questioned due to Arsenal’s recent struggles and lack of Champions League football.
However, his performances in the 2023-24 season speak for themselves. With 13 goals and 13 assists in just 31 games, Saka is proving to be one of the best right-wingers in the game.
Here are seven outstanding stats that further highlight Saka’s world-class ability:
1. Saka has scored more Premier League goals (six in five games) than any other player in 2024.
2. Since the start of last season, Saka is one of only five players to score at least seven Premier League goals with both feet.
3. Saka and Mohamed Salah are the only two Premier League players to have registered 40 goals and 30 assists since the start of the 2021/22 season.
4. Saka has scored or assisted 18 goals in the Premier League this season, placing him among the top performers.
5. Only two players in Europe’s top seven leagues have had more touches inside the opposition box than Saka.
6. Saka has become the youngest player to reach 50 goals for Arsenal since 1978.
7. His brace against Burnley marked the first time he has scored in four consecutive Premier League appearances.
Article updated 2 months ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
