Former defender Mikael Silvestre praises Per Mertesacker work at Arsenal academy (Video)

Arsenal have produced some outstanding young players in recent years, and former defender Mikael Silvestre, who spent two years with the Gunners after a very successful nine-year spell at Manchester United, has shared his thoughts on their maturity and the work done by Per Mertesacker.

“What is quite unique is the maturity they show as soon as they step into the first team!” 🌟

Former defender Mikael Silvestre speaks to HaytersTV about the great work done by Per Mertesacker and the other coaches in the Arsenal academy 👏 pic.twitter.com/biNDW3AP30

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