Samir Nasri

Samir Nasri (born 26 June 1987) is a French footballer who plays for English club Arsenal in the Premier League and the France national team. He primarily plays as an attacking midfielder and a winger, although he has also been deployed in central midfield in the absence of Cesc Fàbregas. Nasri is known for his technical ability, creativity, pace, and ability to read the game. Of Algerian heritage, he is described as a player whose "vision and imagination make him an unpredictable opponent". His playing style, ability, and cultural background have drawn comparisons to French legend Zinedine Zidane. Nasri began his football career playing for local youth clubs in his hometown of Marseille. At the age of nine, he joined professional club...