Arsenal had several excellent performers in their 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday, and one of those players has now been tipped as someone that could make the move to the Santiago Bernabeu in the future.
William Saliba has reportedly attracted interest from the Spanish capital in recent months, but it is Bukayo Saka that has been touted as a player would improve Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, as Arsenal icon Emmanuel Petit told William Hill earlier this week.
“Bukayo Saka could easily be playing for Real Madrid. He’s one of the best players in the world in his position, even at this early stage of his career. It’s incredibly rare to see someone return from injury and consistently perform at such a high level, as he did on Tuesday night.
“His contributions in terms of goals and assists are elite. Just look at his performance against Real Madrid – he was absolutely crucial for Arsenal. One-on-one, down the flank, he’s a nightmare to defend. If Real Madrid were to make a move for him, I’m sure their fans would be more than delighted.”
Petit also believes that Saka could be a candidate for the 2025 Ballon d’Or if Arsenal were to win the Champions League – on the other hand, he would expect Kylian Mbappe to drop out of race if Real Madrid were to be eliminated on Wednesday.
“The Ballon d’Or race is incredibly tight this year. Without a World Cup or Euros, the spotlight is firmly on the Champions League. That puts even more weight on performances from players still in the competition – Raphinha with Barcelona, Ousmane Dembele at Paris Saint-Germain – they’re very much in the conversation. At this point, it could come down to something as simple as: whoever lifts the Champions League trophy might lift the Ballon d’Or too.
“After Arsenal’s first-leg win over Real Madrid, it’s hard to ignore the impact that could have on Kylian Mbappe’s chances. If he’s knocked out early, it dents his case. And on the flip side, if Arsenal go all the way, Bukayo Saka absolutely deserves to be in the Ballon d’Or discussion, but it may be tricky for him this season as he was injured for four months. But at the level he’s playing right now, you can’t count him out.”
dotadiklmy
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hi
Bazbcmuz
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
Rodrygo isn't a great starting winger.Could be good for rotation but his dribbling cutting inside crossing all need work not to mention his transfer rumours.Plus with Mbappe and Vini both wanting the ball Saka could deliver much more tbh.
voybdeintu
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rioilorstu
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malablata
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The one thing lacking in our game is what we had added, freekick.
Yayackptu
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If he is that Good why can't he hold a starting spot in Brazil 😏
You spoke everything. You just made the guy not to speak again
lepmoprstz
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on the right wing there is yamal and salah and maybe dembele, in all other teams saka would walk straight into the first XI. 🤝
Are u dumb did u even read wat he said …he said Real Madrid not every team and he’s not a bad player though
ALEXANDERSALEKXZ10
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
If he is that Good why can't he hold a starting spot in Brazil 😏
basabltu
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tikdeiklnz
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
being a two time champion league winner is not a criteria to judge who's better
riycdiprty
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lol , people forget Lewandowski so easily . He has scored in every competition including champions league and people are saying dembele and mbappe has more chances . Useless football community
ZizoArmani10
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Up to now you don’t know the short form of Rodyrigo and you claim to be amadrid fan .., on paper and without the PR saka is ahead of him not in goals contributions or ball buildup plus involvement in the team ball ..!
lol you’re a delusional gunner fan which is why man city won the ucl ahead of your useless club 😂. If not you won’t be telling me saka is better than a two time ucl winner with other multiple trophies at just 24 while our overhyped saka starboy has just maybe the carabao and fa cup with community shield 😂. I totally get you, there’s no point to argue 😂
duyeiknoy
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Thank GOD uou said Rodri, Yes saka is better than Rodri but not Rodrygo
Up to now you don’t know the short form of Rodyrigo and you claim to be amadrid fan .., on paper and without the PR saka is ahead of him not in goals contributions or ball buildup plus involvement in the team ball ..!
ZizoArmani10
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To be honest saka is ahead of Rodri , saka is very deadly to defend
Check their stats for the past 3 years and you’ll see
ZizoArmani10
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To be honest saka is ahead of Rodri , saka is very deadly to defend
Thank GOD uou said Rodri, Yes saka is better than Rodri but not Rodrygo
Christian-jnr
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Madrid can do more than this Arsenal 🧏♀️
Christian-jnr
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Arsenal you win Madrid 3~0 you guys did well but is nothing for us Madrid team or the fans ☠️
Fatbeikor24
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Count him in, Count him out
duyeiknoy
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
To be honest saka is ahead of Rodri , saka is very deadly to defend
Bukaiotu
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meaning Real Madrid only goes for the alright cooked players. the will also be like PSG which ones had or the happening players who failed to coordinate.
This how Real Madrid has operated for ages hence the name galaticos . We jxt know how to manage big names better that’s why Madrid is very successful
Koubcelpuz
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
You are unknown person in Madrid even as a Madridstar so you don't decide all you do is to watch them Play that's all
baydopsuyz
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eh hello. just stop mentioning Arsenal players to Real Madrid lah. or better still, just stop talking.
ZizoArmani10
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it's the club that needs him not you fans
As stupid as you are again Jude Bellingham has a ucl ahead of him and you tell me he’s better than rodrygo, the most talented player in the trio of vini, mbappe, Jude. Continue to speak jargons
ALEXANDERSALEKXZ10
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
Bro stop Capping 😂😂..Saka would bench Rodrigo anyday anytime
ALEXANDERSALEKXZ10
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
Bro stop Capping 😂😂 Saka would bench Rodrigo anyday anytime
biuaelnot
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
it's the club that needs him not you fans
ZizoArmani10
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lol someone that’s not better than rodrygo, please English media have come we don’t need saka because we have wingers who are better than him in every aspect of the game
Heeabcilmn
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meaning Real Madrid only goes for the alright cooked players. the will also be like PSG which ones had or the happening players who failed to coordinate.
Caubkrtyz
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which madridsta deserves it currently?
fouacmnrtu
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saka
fouacmnrtu
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tulinanye
GunnArs
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on the right wing there is yamal and salah and maybe dembele, in all other teams saka would walk straight into the first XI. 🤝
mbiaks
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you are talking nonsense, what balón d'or to who?