Mikel Arteta credits Eberechi Eze with injecting a renewed sense of confidence and potency into his Arsenal team, describing him as having added an 'aura' that has sent his side six points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Since his ยฃ67.5m transfer from Crystal Palace in the summer, many had questioned whether Eze was the missing piece to Arteta's puzzle, but he silenced those doubts with a mesmerising hat-trick against Tottenham. The England international's impressive display showcased his exceptional talent and desire to improve, characteristics that Arteta believes have been instrumental in elevating the team.
The Arsenal manager attributed Eze's success to the player's innate ability and work ethic, stating that he had taken his training sessions very seriously, seeking additional practice and questioning tactics. This dedication has yielded tangible results, with Eze now boasting an impressive tally of goals for the club.
Eze himself described the experience as 'special', crediting a higher power for the hat-trick. The England international's words were laced with emotion, made all the more poignant by having his family in attendance. This moment marks a significant turning point in Eze's Arsenal career, one that promises to unlock further heights of success.
Conversely, Tottenham manager Thomas Frank was left lamenting his side's lackluster performance against their arch-rivals. Despite a bold approach, which saw them employed with a five-man defence before abandoning it mid-game, the North Londoners struggled to contain Eze and Arsenal's potent attack. The outcome serves as a stark reminder of the gulf in quality between these two sides at present.
As the Premier League enters its latter stages, Arteta will be keenly aware that his team must continue to build on this momentum, harnessing Eze's emerging aura to drive them towards an unprecedented title triumph.
Since his ยฃ67.5m transfer from Crystal Palace in the summer, many had questioned whether Eze was the missing piece to Arteta's puzzle, but he silenced those doubts with a mesmerising hat-trick against Tottenham. The England international's impressive display showcased his exceptional talent and desire to improve, characteristics that Arteta believes have been instrumental in elevating the team.
The Arsenal manager attributed Eze's success to the player's innate ability and work ethic, stating that he had taken his training sessions very seriously, seeking additional practice and questioning tactics. This dedication has yielded tangible results, with Eze now boasting an impressive tally of goals for the club.
Eze himself described the experience as 'special', crediting a higher power for the hat-trick. The England international's words were laced with emotion, made all the more poignant by having his family in attendance. This moment marks a significant turning point in Eze's Arsenal career, one that promises to unlock further heights of success.
Conversely, Tottenham manager Thomas Frank was left lamenting his side's lackluster performance against their arch-rivals. Despite a bold approach, which saw them employed with a five-man defence before abandoning it mid-game, the North Londoners struggled to contain Eze and Arsenal's potent attack. The outcome serves as a stark reminder of the gulf in quality between these two sides at present.
As the Premier League enters its latter stages, Arteta will be keenly aware that his team must continue to build on this momentum, harnessing Eze's emerging aura to drive them towards an unprecedented title triumph.