October 9th 2024.
Football fans, listen up! The legendary Alan Shearer has recently paid tribute to the talented Bukayo Saka, describing him as nothing short of 'sensational' and 'incredible'. And it doesn't stop there, Shearer even goes as far as to label him as a 'future England captain'. High praise indeed!
At only 23 years old, Saka has become a crucial player for both Arsenal and England, boasting an impressive 236 appearances for the Gunners and 42 caps for the Three Lions. He has even captained his club side, and many believe he has the potential to lead his country one day.
Currently, England's captaincy is held by record goalscorer Harry Kane, but at 31 years old, he will eventually retire from international duty. Saka, on the other hand, has many years ahead of him and has already proven himself as a leader in the dressing room, having been influential in two European Championships and a World Cup.
Speaking to Betfair, Shearer explained his belief in Saka's potential as an England captain: "He's already captained Arsenal and because of his attitude, ability, and the way everyone looks up to him, that to me shows he has all the attributes to be an England captain."
But it's not just his leadership qualities that have impressed Shearer. He describes Saka as 'absolutely sensational' and praises his consistency, despite being targeted by opposing teams. "He gets whacked every single game, people try double up on him, kick him and he just goes out and performs with such consistency," Shearer said.
His impressive form has not gone unnoticed by his teammates either. After their recent win against Southampton, Saka was hailed as 'one of the best players in the world' by Gabriel Martinelli. And with two goals and seven assists in just seven games so far this season, it's hard to argue with that statement.
But Saka's focus now turns to representing his country, as he joins the England squad for their Nations League fixtures against Greece and Finland. These games will also provide an opportunity for Lee Carsley to stake his claim for the top job, as the FA search for Gareth Southgate's permanent replacement.
The ultimate goal for England is to secure promotion from Nations League Group 2 and begin preparations for the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles. It has been 60 years since the men's team last lifted a trophy, and with two major final losses under Southgate, the pressure is on to bring home some silverware.
As for Saka, he continues to impress on the pitch and is quickly becoming one of the most consistent wingers in the Premier League. But it's not just his footballing abilities that have people talking. Teammates and fans alike also praise his humble and down-to-earth personality, making him a well-liked figure both on and off the pitch.
So keep an eye out for this rising star, as he continues to make waves in the football world. Who knows, we may see him wearing the captain's armband for England in the not-too-distant future.
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