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'He can be a world-class player for many years to come': Kieran Tierney heaps praise on 'mind-blowing' Arsenal team-mate Gabriel Martinelli

Kieran Tierney believes Arsenal have a future world-class player in the form of Gabriel Martinelli.

The 18-year-old joined the Gunners from Brazilian side Ituano in the summer and has made a fine impression.

He has played a far bigger role than many expected him to this term, contributing 10 goals and four assists in 26 appearances in all competitions.

Gabriel Martinelli has made an impact since joining Arsenal from Ituano in the summer

Gabriel Martinelli has made an impact since joining Arsenal from Ituano in the summer

Kieran Tierney says that he has been extremely impressed by his Brazilian team-mate

And Arsenal full-back Tierney admits he has been extremely impressed.

'Gabriel Martinelli,' he answered during a Q&A on Reddit, when asked which player had caught his eye during his first few training sessions at the club.