Reiss Nelson played alongside Alex Iwobi at the Arsenal youth set up.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Super Eagles attacking midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has described Arsenal winger, Reiss Nelson as an “explosive and sharp” attacker.
He made this known recently during an interview with Evening Standard.
Nelson, who was Iwobi’s teammates at the Arsenal youth set up, spent the last season on loan with Fulham.
During the period, he made 12 appearances for the London outfit and
found the back of the net twice.
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The 25-year-old also made one assist before his season was cut short due to a hamstring injury.
Speaking about Nelson during the chat, Iwobi admitted that he is a good player, adding that he wants him to join Fulham.
He said, “His style of play is very explosive. He is very sharp. I just hope that he returns fit and healthy as soon as possible.
“It would be nice for him to come back to Fulham, because we know the sort of player he is. I can try to be an agent – but I am not!
“A lot of people are pressuring him, trying to find out what is going on! Me, I am not one of them! ”
