Arsenal legend Robert Pires believes Matteo Guendouzi can become an important player for the club.
The unheralded 19-year-old has been revelation since joining from Ligue 2 club Lorient in the summer.
"Matteo, I know him a little bit because he used to play for Lorient in France," Pires told the i newspaper
"Of course, for Arsenal fans, for journalists and for some people he has been a great surprise, because nobody knew him when he signed for Arsenal. But he's a great player, he's very talented and he's very confident.
"For me, no, it was not a surprise for me. I repeat, because I know him. He plays simple, he runs a lot, he's like a warrior. I think he's like Lucas Torreira.
"For Arsenal it's very important to have a player like Matteo Guendouzi. He's a good player and I think he can make a success with Arsenal. I hope so."