Bukayo Saka, an Arsenal midfielder, has improved this season primarily in his winning mentality, according to manager Mikel Arteta, who made this statement on Saturday following his team’s 3-0 victory over Bournemouth at home.

Saka’s penalty just before halftime increased his season record to 16 goals, four more than their next top scorer Kai Havertz, and Arsenal passed another obstacle in their pursuit of the Premier season crown while maintaining pressure on Manchester City.

Saka was much more reliable this season, according to Arteta, despite the fact that he was likewise incredibly constant the previous one.

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“In the game, he has become more effective I would say,” Arteta told reporters.

“I see a different edge on him.

He enjoys winning more than three, six, or a year ago when he competes, and he hopes that this is now ingrained in his system.”

Early in the second half, Bournemouth put pressure on Arsenal; however, Leandro Trossard’s goal on minute 70 and Declan Rice’s goal in stoppage time helped to defuse the situation inside the Emirates Stadium.

In his debut season since signing from London rivals West Ham United, Rice scored a goal and showed off his versatility, earning praise from Arteta.

“We have changed his positions and sometimes it is not easy for players to adapt to that so I think he deserves a lot of credit,” he said.

With 36 games played, Arsenal has 83 points, while champions City have 79 points from 34. Arsenal will play Wolves at home later on Saturday.

With the win over Bournemouth, Arsenal’s streak of games without allowing a goal surpassed 15 and goalie David Raya was named the Premier League’s “golden glove” winner for the current season.

Earlier in the season, supporters criticised Arteta for his choice to replace the well-liked Aaron Ramsdale with Raya, who was brought in on loan.

“It gives us a huge foundation to be closer to winning trophies and winning titles,” Arteta said