Laurent Koscielny has been named as the first Vitality Player of the Month of the 2016/17 season.

The France international was in outstanding form as he captained the side in the goalless draw at Leicester City and the 3-1 win at Watford.

Koscielny won 35.6 per cent of the votes cast, narrowly edging out his new defensive partner, Rob Holding, into second place.

Alexis - who scored once and claimed two assists - at Vicarage Road was in third.

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August Player of the Month - Results Player % of votes Laurent Koscielny 35.6 Rob Holding 33 Alexis 18.4 Other 13