Make no mistake about it, Bukayo Saka is undeniably world class
Arsenal 's Premier League season got off to the perfect start on Saturday lunchtime, but Mikel Arteta's new-look side didn't have it all their own way against a dogged and determined Nottingham Forest. Expectation is high in north London after last season's surprise title challenge, with new signings Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber expected to push Arteta's side on to challenge Manchester City once more. All three started in the 2-1 win over Forest at the Emirates Stadium, yet it was a familiar face who stood head and shoulders above the rest to guide Arsenal to an important three points against a resilient Forest side who came close to snatching a draw. Martin Odegaard was impressive and Gabriel Martinelli electrifying at times, sure, but the spotlight once again shone on the brilliant Bukayo Saka. Rewind to England's delayed Euro 2020 campaign and there was bemusement from many at Gareth Southgate's picking of a then 19-year-old Saka in some o...