Stats show Monreal has been more creative than Coutinho this season (Picture: Getty) Nacho Monreal has already displaced Kieran Gibbs as Arsenal’s first choice left-back this season and it appears he’s now set his sights on bigger things.

Stats indicate that Monreal has been more creative than Liverpool attacking midfielder Philippe Coutinho who made the PFA Team of the Season for the last campaign.

The Spanish defender has been at the heart of a Gunners side who find themselves joint-top of the Premier League with Manchester City.

Many Gooners are even claiming they have the best full-backs in the world in Monreal and Hector Bellerin.




Meanwhile, Coutinho has flattered to deceive for the Reds and will be hoping to improve his form under new manager Jurgen Klopp.

Monreal is leading the Brazilian in chances created and key passes, while the pair are tied for assists…

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