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Martinelli's top South American stars

Having netted twice in three games already this season, Gabriel Martinelli is a man on fire and one of the many shining stars from South America lighting up the Premier League.

So we decided to ask him to reveal his favourite and most influential players - past and present - from the continent that have featured in the division over the past 30 years to learn more about whose success he wants to emulate, who has helped shape his career and what qualities he looks for in a player.

Here is who Gabi chose as his top five:

Juninho

He was amazing on the ball in the final third, and his last pass was amazing.