Former forward turned pundit Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has heaped praise on Arsenal star Leandro Trossard.

After moving to the Emirates Stadium from Brighton and Hove Albion in 2023, the Belgian initially played as a rotational option under Mikel Arteta.

However, Gabriel Martinelli’s recent dip in form, coupled with the 30-year-old’s impressive performances, has forced the Spanish boss to play him regularly.

In 25 appearances across all competitions, the forward has scored seven goals and registered six assists thus far this season.

Now, Hasselbaink says that (via Metro), he thought ahead of this season that the Gunners would need a new left-winger to become a Premier League champion this season. However, Trossard has surprised the former striker with his consistently excellent displays.

Hasselbaink said:

“With all due respect to Leandro Trossard I am surprised. I thought at the start of season that they needed something better in that position but he’s done a hell of a job. He’s filled that spot really, really well.

“He’s scored some seriously important goals at important times. He’s surprising me and you can only say well done to him. I didn’t think he had it in him but he’s doing it week in,...