Arsenal’s star makes it to a prestigious team of the season list from Europe’s top 5 leagues

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has earned a spot in the prestigious WhoScored.com Team of the Season for Europe’s top five leagues for the 2023/24 campaign. This recognition underscores Saka’s standout performances throughout the season, where he played a crucial role in Arsenal’s impressive run.

Saka’s inclusion in the Team of the Season is a testament to his exceptional contributions on the field. In the Premier League, he scored 16 goals and provided 9 assists, showcasing his ability to both find the back of the net and create opportunities for his teammates. His performances were pivotal in Arsenal’s strong campaign, which saw them finish in 2nd place with 89 points, narrowly missing out on the title to Manchester City, who ended the season with 91 points.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MAY 12: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on May 12, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Throughout the season, Saka demonstrated remarkable consistency and skill, becoming a key player for Mikel Arteta’s side. His vision, pace, and technical ability made him a constant threat to opposing defenses, earning him praise from fans and pundits alike. This accolade from WhoScored.com highlights his development into one of the top wingers in European football.

The WhoScored.com Team of the Season features some of the best talents from across Europe’s top leagues, reflecting the players who had the most significant impact over the season. Alongside Saka, the team includes:

– Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG) – 7.14
– Right-Back: Joshua Kimmich (Bayern Munich) – 7.13
– Centre-Back: Alessandro Buongiorno (Torino) – 7.14
– Centre-Back: Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) – 7.15
– Left-Back: Álex Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen) – 7.58
– Midfielder: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) – 7.81
– Midfielder: Rodri (Manchester City) – 7.62
– Right Winger: Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) – 7.67
– Left Winger: Kylian Mbappé (PSG) – 7.71
– Striker: Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) – 7.82
– Striker: Serhou Guirassy (Stuttgart) – 7.73

Saka’s inclusion in this elite lineup is a significant achievement and reflects his importance to Arsenal’s successes this season. As the Gunners look forward to the next campaign, Saka will undoubtedly continue to be a vital player for the team.