Arsenal title winner Alan Smith has likened Kieran Tierney to some of the club's greats.

Referring to Arsenal's Europa League win over Standard Liege, Smith wrote for the London Evening Standard: "I've also got to mention Kieran Tierney's contribution because the way he has performed in his first two appearances for Arsenal suggest the left-back is capable of following in the footsteps of greats like Kenny Sansom, Nigel Winterburn and Ashley Cole.

"Swift, skilful and tough, the young Scotsman's crossing ability especially appeals.

"For any striker, it's very handy to know when the ball is coming in so you can make your run with real confidence. Tierney doesn't mess about.

"A sharp shift and whip has become a trademark already.

"It reminded me of the wonderful service provided by Brian Marwood in our 1988/89 title-winning season.

"Brian didn't always feel the need to beat his man. He'd chop the ball inside before curling in a beauty, a move that created lots of goals that year for Arsenal's No9."