Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has described Kevin De Bruyne as one of the best players in Premier League history.
Arteta praised the Manchester City midfielder ahead of a meeting between the two clubs, highlighting the enormous influence De Bruyne has had on English football.
The Belgian has been one of the defining players of the Premier League era since arriving at Manchester City.
His passing, vision, creativity and ability to score important goals have made him one of the most complete midfielders in the competition’s history. De Bruyne has played a major role in Manchester City’s dominance over the past decade, helping the club win multiple Premier League titles and other major trophies.
Arteta is also familiar with the midfielder from his time as part of Pep Guardiola’s coaching staff at Manchester City. His assessment therefore carried particular weight, given his experience working alongside De Bruyne.
Despite facing Arsenal as an opponent, Arteta showed his appreciation for the Belgian’s contribution to the Premier League.
De Bruyne’s career in England has included countless memorable performances and assists, with his combination of technical quality and football intelligence making him extremely difficult to contain.
Arteta’s comments further underline the respect the midfielder has earned from rival managers and players.
