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English-born Ghanaian forward Eddie Nketiah has eulogized former Leeds United trainer Marcelo Bielsa for the key role played in his career.
The 23-year-old worked under the Argentine manager during his loan spell at Leeds United in the 2019/2020 season.
Nketiah, who is grateful to Bielsa expressed he pushed him out comfort zone and ensured his give 1,000 percent.
“He’s a pretty special guy - he’s someone who loves football, and is always demanding of you to push yourself.
“He pushed me out of my comfort zone every day and made sure I was giving 1,000 per cent and going into training the same way you play. That mentality stays with me today.” He said.
Nketiah is now a key member of the Arsenal team. The 23-year-old has scored 4 goals and provided 1 assist in 29 Premier League games this season.
The 23-year-old worked under the Argentine manager during his loan spell at Leeds United in the 2019/2020 season.
Nketiah, who is grateful to Bielsa expressed he pushed him out comfort zone and ensured his give 1,000 percent.
“He’s a pretty special guy - he’s someone who loves football, and is always demanding of you to push yourself.
“He pushed me out of my comfort zone every day and made sure I was giving 1,000 per cent and going into training the same way you play. That mentality stays with me today.” He said.
Nketiah is now a key member of the Arsenal team. The 23-year-old has scored 4 goals and provided 1 assist in 29 Premier League games this season.