Takehiro Tomiyasu nullified Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min, produced a MOTM performance against Tottenham Hotspur and was given a gushing review by Arsenal legend Tony Adams

Takehiro Tomiyasu is quickly becoming a fan favourite at Arsenal after producing a man-of-the-match display in the North London Derby.

The Japanese international was sensational on Sunday afternoon and was part of a defence that kept Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min quiet for large parts of the match.

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Spurs were linked with a £17millon move with the right-back, but may live to regret that decision.

They instead signed Emerson Royal, who came off the bench at the Emirates

Arsenal legend Tony Adams is already full of praise for the Japanese ace, saying: "I love Tommy [Tomiyasu]," gushed after telling Sky Sports.

"I thought his position today was excellent and the game was over in the first half."

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Adams' words certainly carried weight to them.

Tomiyasu was then awarded Man of the Match in what was a perfect afternoon for the 22-year old.

The most remarkable achievement to date though are his statistics.

Since his debut against Norwich City, no other defender has won more duels than him.

After what was a difficult start to the season for Arsenal and their manager Mikel Arteta, things are now looking very bright as they aim to continue their fine run of form.

The Gunners take on Brighton at the Amex on Saturday evening, a game you can hear exclusively live on talkSPORT from 5.30pm.

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