“Who is Celine Dion?” Saka’s response leaves Tems in shock

Arsenal and England star Bukayo Saka has revealed that he had never heard of global music icon Celine Dion, sparking surprise during a conversation with Nigerian singer Tems.

The exchange occurred during a relaxed sit-down on The Link Up, a new show by Arsenal Football Club.

During the discussion, Saka asked Tems about the artists who influenced her early music journey. When the Grammy-winning singer mentioned Celine Dion as one of her inspirations, the football star responded with surprise.

“I don’t know who that is,” Saka said with a laugh.

Tems appeared shocked by the response and reacted humorously, saying, “You don’t know who Celine Dion is? Oh my gosh. Oh my gosh.”

The lighthearted moment has since generated reactions online, with many fans amused by the footballer’s admission.

Saka, 24, is widely known for his calm personality and dedication on the pitch, which may explain his limited exposure to some older music legends whose careers peaked before his generation.

Celine Dion, the Canadian singer behind global hits such as My Heart Will Go On and Because You Loved Me, is one of the best-selling artists in music history, having sold more than 200 million records worldwide.