Africa footballers: Bukayo Saka has been named player of the season by Arsenal. Manchester City and Liverpool have been linked to showing interest to the Englishman in the recent weeks. He was the top scorer in this season premier League with 12 goals and seven assists.
Meanwhile, Liverpool could also be eyeing Saka as a potential replacement for Mohammed Salah who is soon ending his contract with his team in twelve months.
When is Saka’s contract with Arsenal ending?
The Arsenal player has 2 years left to finish his contract with the gunners. With Arsenal’s failure to qualify for the champions League, they might have a hard time persuading Saka to extend his contract with them.
Saka has won as the player of the year consecutively since 2004 and his legendary performance continue to show all throughout. Other players that have won the Arsenal award include Liam Brady, Ian Wright and Henry.
All you need to know about Bukayo Saka personal life – Age, nationality, market worth and position
Full names: Bukayo Ayoyinka Saka
Date of Birth: 5th September 2001
Age: 20 years
Number: 7
Market Value: €65.00m
Position: Midfielder, left–back, winger
Goals: 17
Appearance: 97
His name “Bukayo” originates from the Yoruba tribe located in southern Nigeria, meaning “adds to happiness