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Micah Richards Hails Arsenal’s Madueke as ‘New Player’ as Arteta Weighs Saka Call

His resurgence puts his right‑wing credentials under the microscope, especially his end product.

Overview

  • Richards praised Madueke’s link-up with Ben White against Brentford on the Rest is Football podcast, calling him a different player who can let Bukayo Saka rest.
  • Back from a knee layoff, Madueke started the midweek win over Brentford and helped create the move that led to Ben White’s assist for Mikel Merino’s opener.
  • Output remains limited, with one goal and no assists since joining, keeping focus on converting strong displays into tangible returns.
  • Match stats cited for the Brentford game credit him with six of 10 duels won, a 100% aerial success rate (2/2), two completed dribbles, two interceptions and one tackle.
  • With Aston Villa up next, Jeremie Aliadiere expects Saka to start on the right, as debate continues over using Madueke on his natural flank rather than the left.