Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs has been one of the standout performers for the club this season and he has secured the praise of manager Arsene Wenger, who thinks that Gibbs has come of age this season.

Arsenal have enjoyed a long-standing tradition of producing great left backs and it has been the case since the days of Ashley Cole. Gael Clichy departed the club a few years ago. It was feared that Gibbs may not be able to become one of the greats because he was being thrust into first-team action too soon.