EPL: He’s strong, composed – Rio Ferdinand hails Arsenal star after 3-1 win over Spurs

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Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand has lavished William Saliba with praise following Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League on Sunday.

Harry Kane cancelled out Thomas Partey’s opener in the first half but Second half goals from Gabriel Jesus and Granit Xhaka ensured the Gunners kept all three points.

And Rio Ferdinand was impressed by the performance of the 21-year-old centre-half, Saliba.

Mikel Arteta’s side remains top of the table after the win over the fierce north London rivals

“He’s very strong, he’s mobile but it’s that composure in pressure situations.

“Today he was the most composed centre back on the pitch today, especially from Arsenal’s perspective,” Rio Ferdinand told BT Sport.

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