From reserve to most decisive player
However, the Red Devil’s summer was not easy to manage. Trossard has indeed seen the arrival of several potential competitors such as Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze. So much so that a departure was mentioned by the English media during the summer transfer window. It ultimately didn’t happen as Trossard signed a new contract with the Londoners.
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The Belgian also had a complicated start to the season. Arteta preferred Martinelli or Madueke on the left side. But Trossard finally gained the upper hand over his competitors to establish himself permanently in the starting eleven and become the Gunners’ most decisive player.
In the clash against Aston Villa on Tuesday evening, Trossard once again delighted with a masterclass punctuated by a goal and an assist.
Trophy hunting in 2026
At 31, the Belgian seems to be stronger than ever. “He plays at a higher level season after season. He’s a very intelligent player.”explained Arteta at a press conference on Friday. Arsenal begin their 2026 at Bournemouth with the firm intention of putting pressure on their pursuers.
For his eighth season in England, Trossard seems ready to (hell) glean trophies, having had to do without the Community Shield (in 2024) since his departure from Belgium in 2019. “He’s a player who really wants to win.” points out Arteta again, “I think he has found his place. His confidence has grown and he has matured. He is a player who can create magical moments and he is very important for us.”
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Then will come the World Cup where he hopes to shine with the Red Devils, he who has not yet managed to show the full extent of his talent in the Belgian jersey.
