Bruno Guimaraes' £75 million signing has been the main focus of Arsenal FC fans.

However, judging by current form, Christos Tzolis may rival him for being Arsenal FC's best summer signing.

Coventry's defence looked vulnerable when facing the Greek winger, struggling to cope with his attacking runs.

After failing to make an impact at Norwich four years ago, Tzolis has now arrived at North London from Brugge, which has far exceeded outside expectations.

He contributed 6 goals in 6 pre-season games. Now that the season has started, his performance on Friday night suggests he is ready to challenge for a place in the Premier League.

After making several attacking runs in succession, he began pressing opponents with renewed intensity.

This led to Arsenal FC's opening goal. With excellent positioning, he dispossessed Milan van Ewijk of Coventry and sent the ball to Riccardo Calafiori, who assisted Kai Havertz to score.

And that wasn't all. Eight minutes later, Tzolis' cross was parried by goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, and Saka tapped in the rebound.

What was most pleasing was that he didn't disappear after that excellent spell, unlike many forwards. He maintained his intensity and desire to score. While Tzolis didn't ultimately score, his attacking drive was evident.

His willingness to push forward and create chances stood out, earning him the fans' favour in the stands. When he was substituted in the second half, he received a warm ovation.

Fans have begun comparing him to Alexis Sanchez. It's too early to conclude, but there are genuine similarities between the two.

Direct play, a low centre of gravity, and attacking runs even when facing obstacles—these are their shared qualities.

It was this combination that made Alexis Sanchez so dangerous. If Tzolis can maintain this style of play, the left wing could be his, as Arsenal FC currently lacks a leading player in that position.

It's not just because both he and Alexis Sanchez wore Arsenal FC's number 17 shirt. Tzolis has also openly admired this player in the past.

Tzolis said: "I actually know he (Alexis) wore number 17. I've watched a lot of football, and he was a very good player for Arsenal FC, especially on the left wing.

"He was one of the players I admired as a kid, and I see some similarities in myself."

However, what was most impressive of all was his decisiveness in the final third.

When Tzolis enters this area, he typically makes the right decision to pass or dribble quickly, without hesitating over the ball too long.

This is clearly different from Gabriel Martinelli's style, who tends to take slightly longer deciding on his next move.

Martinelli is his direct competitor, but he has been left out of the squad again. He missed the Community Shield against Manchester City last Sunday.

Abducollo Essey is another option for this position, and there may be competition between the English winger and Essey, but for now, Tzolis is the one wearing the starting shirt.

Regarding Martinelli, his omission doesn't feel good.

Arsenal FC has been open to the Brazilian's departure since last summer, willing to let him go if a suitable offer arrives.

Galatasaray currently hold interest in him, but Martinelli does not want to leave. Whether any offers will materialise in the final week of the transfer window remains to be seen, and the player is running out of time.

However, for Tzolis, the opportunity has arrived.

If he can maintain Friday night's form against Coventry, Arsenal FC's signing will look like excellent value for money.

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