Lucas Torreira needs to show improvement before he can become the ideal defensive midfielder for Arsenal, according to head coach Unai Emery.
The Spaniard described the gaps in Torreira's game and what he needs to do to become a regular member of the Gunners' starting XI. Specifically, Emery addressed where Torreira could fit best, per Sam Dean of the Daily Telegraph:
Sam DeanUnai Emery has explained why he is so reluctant to play Lucas Torreira as #AFC’s defensive midfielder. In its simplest terms, Torreira needs to be better in possession. https://t.co/wFsWQcnd7j
Emery's outlining what Torreira needs to do to play the holding role is timely given how the Uruguay international has struggled to establish himself during his second season in north London.