Arsenal 1-0 Bournemouth: 5 Talking Points | Premier League 2019/20

#1 Another misfiring game for Nicolas Pepe

Arsenal FC v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League

It’s no secret that the Premier League is a whole different ball game to the rest of Europe. Talented players from all over the world try to make a name for themselves here, but only the elite succeed. Nicolas Pepe is the next in a long list of foreign players to try their hand in North London. However, the Ivorian hasn’t yet lived up to his £72 million price tag. Against Bournemouth, the 24-year-old put in another anonymous performance.

Out on the right-hand side, Pepe was incapable of doing anything right. In fact, even the basics like simple passes and crosses, the Ivorian couldn’t provide. In fact, Pepe misplaced five passes and was dispossessed three times in another forgettable outing. With the likes of Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli making their mark, Pepe needs to improve the quality of his performances quickly.