Stan Collymore picks his standout player: Saka vs. Bellingham

Stan Collymore, the former Liverpool ace, has weighed in on the debate of who is having a better season between Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka and Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, giving the nod to the Gunners’ star.

Saka, while not at the peak of his abilities, has had a strong start to the current season. In his 10 appearances across all competitions for Arsenal, the English winger has managed to contribute with five goals and assists combined.

In contrast, his compatriot Bellingham has lived up to his substantial €103 million price tag following his transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid in the summer. In just 10 appearances for Los Blancos, Bellingham has already recorded 10 goals and three assists in various competitions.

Collymore explained his choice by highlighting Saka’s resilience, noting that he did not allow a recent penalty miss for England to affect his performance. Despite his relative inexperience and young age, Saka has embraced the role of the main man and game-changer at Arsenal, showcasing his goal-scoring abilities and his knack for creating scoring opportunities. A truly brilliant performance by the young star.