Arsenal 4-0 Everton: 3 talking points as Gunners thump Toffees

2. Give Saka whatever he wants

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Our starboy was again the difference early on. After being held relatively in check for most of the first half, Saka burst.

10 + 10 - Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli have both scored their 10th league goals of the season tonight; @Arsenal are the only team with two players who have reached double figures in the Premier League this campaign. Playground. pic.twitter.com/8DZSjWNMa7
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) March 1, 2023

His goal was superbly taken as he rifled his shot past Pickford’s near post, and he then “set up” Martinelli’s goal with trademark pressure to put Arsenal up by two goals in quick fashion.

As his contract negotiations are reportedly going well, give our starboy whatever he wants, he’s pure class.

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