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Ex-Arsenal star Pires reveals admiration for young Gunners Nelson, Guendouzi and Smith Rowe

The former ‘Invicible’ believes Arsenal currently have some exceptional talents on their books

Robert Pires says he has been impressed by three of Arsenal’s young midfielders this season; Reiss Nelson, Emile Smith Rowe and Matteo Guendouzi.

In particular, the 45-year-old highlighted Nelson’s outstanding performances at Hoffenheim and hopes the youngster can put his experience into practise next season at the Emirates, when he returns from his loan spell.

Nelson joined Hoffenheim on a short-term basis at the beginning of the season and has impressed so far, with six goals from 10 games in the Bundesliga.