Laurent Koscielny grew up with a glut of French superstars to idolise.

The Arsenal defender could have taken his pick of such players as Didier Deschamps, Laurent Blanc, Jean Pierre-Papin, even Zinedine Zidane.

But the 31-year-old France international has revealed tat he was mesmerised by a certain Tottenham Hotspur legend who played for England!

"I liked Chris Waddle a lot," Koscielny told Arsenal Player.

"When he used to play for Marseille he was an amazing player - technically with his left foot he was unbelievable.

"I loved to watch him because I think for him football was entertainment , he did a show. When he scored goals or gave assists he played for the fans in the stands.

"I think that's why I like Marseille and that's why I like football more than any other sport. It's because he put a smile on my face and I loved that."