Francis Cagigao has established a remarkable track record over the past 24 years with a steady supply line of talent for Arsenal.
Cesc Fabregas, Hector Bellerin, Emiliano Martinez and even the Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta were signed on the back of recommendations from the renowned talent spotter.
But if there was ever any doubt about the value of a scout’s eye for a player even in the increasing reliance of data, stats and analysts then perhaps it is best highlighted by the signing of Gabriel Martinelli, plucked from obscurity in Brazil.
Barcelona and Manchester United both took the Brazilian teenager on trial but passed on signing only for Arsenal to snap him up and that deal already looks like it will prove to be a shrewd piece of
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