Gary Lineker expressed great admiration for one Arsenal player who has impressed him this season. After matchday ten, his belief that Arsenal can win the Premier League grew stronger.
The Gunners extended their winning form with a 2-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor, marking a fourth successive clean sheet in the league. Their defensive stability is a testament to what Mikel Arteta has built.
While Gabriel Magalhaes played a key role in the win, another defender particularly amazed Lineker — Jurrien Timber. His performances have stood out both for Arsenal and at international level.
Gary Neville has also described Timber as one of the best defenders in world football, a view Lineker seems to share. On The Rest Is Football podcast, Lineker praised the Dutch player’s contribution and Arsenal’s solid squad depth.
“They’ve got incredible depth at the moment. But Jurrien Timber, I think he’s a truly exceptional footballer,” Lineker said.
He continued by noting how many top players Arsenal have at their disposal, highlighting the impressive quality across Arteta’s team.
Gary Lineker praised Jurrien Timber as an exceptional player, emphasizing Arsenal’s depth and defensive power that strengthens their Premier League title hopes.