Former Manchester United midfielder Andrei Kanchelskis recently shared his view on Alexander Golovin, the Monaco playmaker, placing him among the top ten performers in Ligue 1. In a candid assessment reported as a bookmaker rating, Kanchelskis praised Golovin’s ongoing progress and maturity on the field.
According to the former star, Golovin has shown clear improvement each season. He encountered injury setbacks early in his career, yet over the past year and a half he has delivered consistent performances at a high level. Golovin now anchors Monaco’s midfield, bringing a blend of experience and leadership to the squad. When healthy, Kanchelskis believes Golovin ranks among the league’s elite ten players, highlighting his importance to the club and the challenge he presents to opponents.
In the recent Ligue 1 fixture, Monaco held Lorient to a 2-2 draw, with Golovin netting Monaco’s opening goal. Notably, the Russian international wore the captain’s armband for a portion of the match, underscoring his growing influence and the club’s trust in his leadership qualities on the pitch.
Through five league appearances this season, Golovin has contributed two goals and one assist, reinforcing Monaco’s status atop the Ligue 1 table as the season unfolds. The team continues to press for stability and consistency, building around Golovin’s vision and creative ability in the middle of the park.
There has been ongoing speculation about Golovin’s role within Monaco, including whether he will be appointed as the club’s permanent captain. While decisions on armband duties evolve with form and squad dynamics, Golovin’s leadership qualities and on-field impact are clear indicators that he will remain a central figure in Monaco’s plans for the seasons ahead.