Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits Marouane Chamakh has been a revelation.

At his current rate, the 26-year-old will reach the landmark of 20 goals this term. In addition to his unselfish, energetic frontrunning, it will be massive contribution in Wenger's opinion.

"I hope [he does it]," the manager told arsenal.com. "He is a guy who gets others involved, creates chances and who is collective in the final third. Even if he doesn't get 20 goals I'm sure the players around him will score because of him.

"I am pleased because I expected a team player, someone who fights for the team, and I have not been disappointed by his commitment and contribution.

"If you look at the number of times he was decisive then if you are not happy you must be very difficult to please. I'm extremely satisfied with the fact I signed him.

"Chamakh has never been a great goalscorer but, the way we play, all the strikers score here. We always go forward and you will be in the box at some stage so you will get chances."