After arriving from Sampdoria in the summer of 2018, Lucas Torreira quickly established himself as a cult hero at the Emirates with his goal and celebration in the 4-2 triumph over north London rivals Tottenham. The Uruguay international enjoyed a relatively impressive debut campaign in English football, averaging 1.9 tackles and 1.2 interceptions per game in the Premier League. This season has seen him play a slightly different role to his more natural holding midfield position, with Unai Emery appearing to prefer him further forward. The Gunners boss even remarked that Torreira could help the side with his ability to win the ball back high up the pitch. But in a report by Italian...
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