Ian Wright Shares His Opinion On Highly Criticized Arsenal Midfielder

Former Arsenal striker, Ian Wright wants the club’s fans to keep faith in Alex Iwobi despite his poor performances.

After the 1-2 victory over Huddersfield Town on Saturday, Wright said, “It was a game that they were favourites to win, with Huddersfield’s record.”

“What I like about [Alex] Iwobi – somebody that takes a lot of stick from the Arsenal fan base – is he continually tries to get forward and tries to play his game, which is taking players on and getting into the box.”

“We are still talking about a very young player who has got a lot of ability and a lot of promise about him, and he is somebody who will get better.”

“He needs a lot more encouragement but he is someone that does not hide, he doesn’t play safe or get the ball and pass sideways. He gets a little bit of luck with the deflection [for the goal], and he was just offside for another one.”

Iwobi opened the scoring for the Gunners with a deflected volley from close range. However, he also missed a golden opportunity to put his side further ahead.

While he started the season in blazing form, he has slowed in recent times with just 3 goals and 7 assists recorded in 31 appearances this term. Arsenal should be look out for more able players in the wing position but Iwobi does have the potential to become a solid squad player.

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