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13.03.2022 / 19:23
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Mikel Arteta told to make Bukayo Saka change to ensure he doesn't leave Arsenal
Mikel Arteta has been told to ensure that Bukayo Saka doesn't leave Arsenal this summer by handing him the armband following Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's departure.The England international has been in fine form in the Premier League this season - and will have dreams of playing in the Champions League next time out.Although the Gunners look well-placed to secure a top-four finish, there could well be interest in Saka from European giants as a result of his increasingly impressive performances.Former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott has given his thoughts on the future of the 20-year-old, offering up some advice for his former Everton colleague Arteta.Speaking to LiveScore, Lescott said: "You need someone who is going to be playing every week, who can be accountable — and I think Bukayo Saka is that man."Though he’s still only young, he endured something in the summer with England that most wouldn’t face in their entire career."I think Mikel Arteta said it himself, that coming through that penalty miss has done wonders for his character and confidence and I think he’d relish that responsibility.Who should be Arsenal's next permanent captain? Give us your thoughts in the comments section"Also, from an Arsenal perspective, Saka is a player they have to keep hold of at all costs."He has aspirations to play in the Champions League next season, but by giving him the armband, I think he’d be far less likely to leave if they did miss out on the top four."He’s come through the ranks, he loves the club — he simply has to be a leading candidate."Joleon Lescott was speaking to LiveScore. To read his full column, click here.
