Arteta likens Arsenal player to Messi after victory against Wolves due to his exceptional skills.

Mikel Arteta was asked for his thoughts on Bukayo Saka's tendency to cut inside on his left foot, a move that has often been compared to Lionel Messi's signature style. After Arsenal's 2-0 win against Wolves in their Premier League opener, Arteta couldn't help but smile when the question was posed to him during the post-match press conference. He proceeded to acknowledge Saka's talent and likened it to that of the Argentine legend, who is widely considered the greatest footballer of all time.

The match at the Emirates got off to a great start for the Gunners, with Saka and his teammate Kai Havertz both scoring to secure three points for the team. When questioned about Saka's impressive performance, Arteta responded by saying, "Good players, you know... With Messi, I know he's going to come in and put the ball there. He does it all the time. It's the quality of the players."

There has been ongoing debate about whether Saka deserves to be considered a world-class player. Despite his consistent performances and importance to Arsenal's attack in recent years, some have questioned his status among the top players in the world. This debate was highlighted in February when former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand stated that Saka was not yet world-class, sparking some backlash from Arsenal fans.

Ferdinand's comments were based on the fact that Saka has not yet reached the later stages of the Champions League, unlike Messi who has won the tournament four times. However, Saka's achievements at such a young age, including winning an FA Cup and two Community Shields, are still impressive and show great potential for his future in the sport.

It's clear that Arteta has a high opinion of Saka and his abilities, and the comparison to Messi only solidifies this. While Saka may not have the same level of experience and accolades as the Argentine superstar, he has already made a significant impact at Arsenal and has the potential to become a world-class player in the future. Only time will tell if Saka can reach the same level of success as Messi, but for now, he continues to impress and prove his worth on the pitch.

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