Arsene Wenger believes Brazilian youngster Denilson is not getting the credit he deserves in the 33 starts this season. "I am surprised how little credit he got for what he has delivered since the start of the season," said Wenger.

"He does not talk too much, but he is very efficient.

"If you look at the numbers and the amount of balls he wins, he is one of the top midfield players in the country on many indexes.

Wenger added: "He has improved tactically in his first pass and physically in the challenge. He is much stronger than a year ago.

"You can see today when he makes a tackle, he wins the ball. I am convinced he will be even stronger in six months."