Overview

• In Italy’s 5-0 World Cup qualifier win over Estonia, he recorded 117 touches, 99 passes and 94% accuracy, according to Sofascore.
• Italian media lauded his display, describing him as flawless and highlighting his role as a de facto playmaker.
• He has been shortlisted for the Premier League’s August Player of the Month, joining nominees such as Jack Grealish and Hugo Ekitike.
• His league form features the winner at Old Trafford and two assists in a 5-0 victory over Leeds.
• His availability has seen him preferred to Myles Lewis-Skelly in Mikel Arteta’s recent league lineups.