Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has hailed right back Hector Bellerin as ‘absolutely spectacular’ and believes his long-term future remains at the Emirates Stadium.

The 21-year-old has made huge strides over the past two seasons, becoming a full Spain international and developing into one of the world’s best right backs.

The 66-year-old manager praised the young defender as spectacular players after making nine appearances for the Gunners this season.

‘He has been absolutely fantastic,’ Wenger told the Arsenal website, ‘Let’s not forget that in his first game he had a nightmare when I played him, and the year before he was at Watford – he didn’t play.

‘His progress has been absolutely spectacular because he has top mental strength.

‘I think he loves as well to be here and he has responsibilities already in the dressing room for such a young age. It’s something remarkable.’

Arsenal against Swansea City kicks off at 16:00.