Why it was always Arsenal for 'part-time barista' Saka
Published: 11/22/2025

Bukayo Saka reminisces about his journey to Arsenal, revealing how his dad played a pivotal role in steering him to the club due to its strong academy system and style of play under Arsene Wenger. Saka shares his childhood dream of playing for Arsenal and the support he received from senior players like David Luiz and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang when transitioning into the first team, highlighting the impact their mentorship had on his confidence and performance. The young Arsenal star reflects on the competitive nature of football and the hard work required to succeed at the top level.



