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By Toby Cudworth Bukayo Saka says it’s in his nature to laugh at players who attempt to “smash” him, as long as he manages to avoid the contact. Arsenal’s in-form winger is one of the most fouled players in the Premier League, with manager Mikel Arteta previously calling for protection for Saka from referees. The 22-year-old, who has chalked up 16 goals and 12 assists in all competitions this season, is in a rich vein of form for the Gunners, scoring seven goals in his five Premier League games. His uptick has coincided a goal glut for Arteta’s side, propelling them firmly back into the title …

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