Arsenal legend Ian Wright has heaped praise on Granit Xhaka following his impressive display in the 3-0 win over Brentford.
The Switzerland international has shone at the heart of the Arsenal team this season, having been given a new role as an advanced midfielder.
Xhaka grabbed his third assist of the season against the Bees with a superb pass for Gabriel Jesus' header which put Arsenal two up.
Speaking on BBC Match of The Day, Wright praised Xhaka and admitted he was previously a critic of the midfielder.
‘For me, Granit Xhaka is a player that we’re finally see play like he does for Switzerland', he said.
‘He’s playing in a position that suits him, playing more offensively. He’s playing with real authority and confidence.
‘Lately he’s been able to find space and from there he can be really dangerous because, for me, he’s got easily one of the best left-foots in the Premier League.
‘It’s a great cross for the Jesus goal, it’s fantastic. He can also do the defensive stuff, he gets back and get his foot in there.
‘He set the tempo for Arsenal off the ball. I’m really pleased for him because I was one of his staunchest critics. But now we’re seeing the best of Granit Xhaka.’
Arsenal bounced back from the defeat against Manchester United in fashion thanks to goals by William Saliba, Jesus and Fabio Vieira.
Mikel Arteta's side will head into the international break top of the Premier League table after momentarily being leapfrogged by Manchester City and Tottenham on Saturday.