Reiss Nelson made quite the impression out on loan with Hoffenheim last season in his first real taste of senior football.
The 19-year-old featured heavily in the Bundesliga last year, and after an impressive pre-season, forced his way into Unai Emery’s starting line-up for the opening fixture against Newcastle United.
The Englishman also started against Burnley, however, he was left out of the side for the trip to Liverpool last weekend.
The club have now released an in-depth interview with the teenager, who is hoping to force his way back into the side and nail down a starting spot.
Twitter:
“It’s about doing the easy thing and getting the basics right first. Once I do that, I think I will get chances.… https://t.co/wwzeVSJthD (@Arsenal)
And these Arsenal fans were quick to praise the youngster on social media for his brilliant attitude.
Twitter: @Arsenal @ReissNelson9 Future best winger in the league @ReissNelson9 (@_AFCMatt)
Twitter: @Arsenal @ReissNelson9 ppl gotta stop slating the kid for a bad performance, hes only a teen and has the potential to become the worlds best (@pepeczn_)
Twitter: @Arsenal @ReissNelson9 Great Mentality
(@OtakuGunner)
Twitter: @Arsenal @ReissNelson9 Encouraging words, I wish every one was like you. (@mugishacollins6)
Twitter: @Arsenal @ReissNelson9 This guy
(@NorthBankNAK)
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Nelson deservedly earnt a start against Newcastle on the opening weekend, however, he struggled to catch the eye against both the Magpies and the Clarets.
He certainly has all the attributes to succeed in the Premier League, and it is easy to forget that he is still just 19 years of age.
Nelson will definitely be handed more regular first-team opportunities in the coming months, potentially in the Carabao Cup and the Europa League, so he’ll be looking to stake his claim for a Premier League spot once again during those outings.
It’s refreshing to hear his positive attitude. Emery will also be delighted at hearing his latest comments, and Arsenal officials will more than likely be showing that clip to fellow Gunners youngsters who are looking to follow Nelson up through the ranks at the Emirates.
