Saka guns for second Arsenal player of the month award in a row

Bukayo Saka is one of the four nominees for Arsenal player of the month for October.

The 23-year-old won the award for August, and he is set for his second win in a row and ninth overall since he joined the Gunners.

The Nigeria-born England international played six times for Arsenal in September and provided two assists.

His two corner kicks gave Arsenal all three points against north London rivals, Tottenham Hotspur and a point in the 2-2 draw at the Etihad against Man City.

Saka is up against defenders, Gabriel and William Saliba as well as goalkeeper, David Raya.

Gabriel helped Arsenal claim the derby day spoils with his header at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to clinch a famous 1-0 win. He then followed that up with another header at Manchester City to help the Gunners to a 2-2 draw at the home of the champions.

Saliba was also imperious at the back while Raya also continued in his excellent start to the season, making incredible saves that have kept Arsenal in the title hunt on all fronts.