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ElGabi:
Lol maybe, but he would survive it's only temporary. Let's look at the positives, at least it would help improve his defensive side and awareness.

Irrespective of length, it is usually a dangerous trade-off particularly for young players who are still trying to stamp their identity on their preferred positions. Look no further than Niles who would have matured into a good midfielder if we did not distort his development by moving him to the RB position and that is why I don't so much hate on him because we are part of his problem. Another was OX, we knew he was a better midfielder than he was a winger, we saw glimpses against Milan and other teams but we got distracted by his pace, continued to use him as a winger and of course distorted his growth. Guess what position he plays for Liverpool now? The CM and he is thriving there. I also remember the Eboue situation when we moved him higher up from the RB position and he crumbled from there on and never recovered. You may argue there are small positives but they are not long term and are dangerous.

Welcome to you and other new handles I have observed recently.

sod09:
what of the negatives like killing or decreasing his attacking ability.
Anyway, I want him back in his normal position from next season that boy and martinelli will go a long way. I love the chemistry they had together

Next season bawo Na this one go make me vex oh! I no dey use that boy development play at all! We should be talking after the winter break at worst, he should be back competing for his normal position.

Roland17:
Irrespective of length, it is usually a dangerous trade-off particularly for young players who are still trying to stamp their identity on their preferred positions. Look no further than Niles who would have matured into a good midfielder if we did not distort his development by moving him to the RB position and that is why I don't so much hate on him because we are part of his problem. Another was OX, we knew he was a better midfielder than he was a winger, we saw glimpses against Milan and other teams but we got distracted by his pace, continued to use him as a winger and of course distorted his growth. Guess what position he plays for Liverpool now? The CM and he is thriving there. I also remember the Eboue situation when we moved him higher up from the RB position and he crumbled from there on and never recovered. You may argue there are small positives but they are not long term and are dangerous.

Welcome to you and other new handles I have observed recently.

While you maybe correct to an extent but I feel a player with the right coach, right attitude, talent and in the right team can go on and have a stellar career regardless of any position change. Mascherano was moved into CB at Barcelona and he was impressive, same with Kompany. Valencia thrived at RB too. There are a lot of players that did really well after changing positions, Bale, Lahm etc. While this is not a case for Saka to keep playing LB, those examples you gave was/is as an Arsenal problem or as a result of inferior talent.



Thanks for the welcome.

Roland17:
Next season bawo Na this one go make me vex oh! I no dey use that boy development play at all! We should be talking after the winter break at worst, he should be back competing for his normal position.

But who would you prefer on that Left attacking position between Martinelli and SAKA given your position above?

Thanks for the welcome as well

ElGabi:
While you maybe correct to an extent but I feel a player with the right coach, right attitude, talent and in the right team can go on and have a stellar career regardless of any position change. Mascherano was moved into CB at Barcelona and he was impressive, same with Kompany. Valencia thrived at RB too. There are a lot of players that did really well after changing positions, Bale, Lahm etc. While this is not a case for Saka to keep playing LB, those examples you gave was/is as an Arsenal problem or as a result of inferior talent.



Thanks for the welcome.

Mascherano, Kompany, Lahm, Valencia and I may also add J. Martinez switched/ converted roles when they had matured into the game, not at 18 or their early 20's. Lahm had won numerous titles, world cup, the best RB title before the transition. That is the biggest difference when you are attempting such changes. The risk in making those transitions when they are older is lower in comparison to when they are younger.

Your last sentence is the exact reason why I am worried. We have not been successful in role transition, especially for our young players. Knowing our antecedent with this issue, I don't want to risk Saka's growth and development. OX was not an inferior talent, the proof is in the pudding. We can never tell if Niles would have matured into a capable CM if he was allowed to develop in that role.

Kbs468:
But who would you prefer on that Left attacking position between Martinelli and SAKA given your position above?

Thanks for the welcome as well

Saka!!!!! All day, All night!!!!!

Martinelli should be displacing Lacazette now and that is the bold truth. Both (Saka/Martinelli) players can battle for that position, it is part of growing up and I have no problems with that, but we should be looking to transition Martinelli to that CF position as soon as possible because the kid is just too good. His transition to the CF position should be faster than Nketiah's.
Both players should be allowed to continue to develop in their respective positions and at worst, if you are going to change roles, it should not be 2 extremes (attack/ defense). You can toggle Martinelli/ Saka across the offense. Young players are very fragile, you have also remember they have had 3 coaches in such a short span and that is a very important variable in the development of young players. Infact, it is one of the reasons Willock has stagnated and regressed badly this season,

Roland17:
Mascherano, Kompany, Lahm, Valencia and I may also add J. Martinez switched/ converted roles when they had matured into the game, not at 18 or their early 20's. Lahm had won numerous titles, world cup, the best RB title before the transition. That is the biggest difference when you are attempting such changes. The risk in making those transitions when they are older is lower in comparison to when they are younger.

Your last sentence is the exact reason why I am worried. We have not been successful in role transition, especially for our young players. Knowing our antecedent with this issue, I don't want to risk Saka's growth and development. OX was not an inferior talent, the proof is in the pudding. We can never tell if Niles would have matured into a capable CM if he was allowed to develop in that role.

What about young players that still couldn't get to the top level despite playing their preferred position? Theo Walcott always felt he was a striker, but you and I know that he wouldn't survive EPL as one, and with the opportunities he got at CF it was evident. My view is, who go succeed go succeed, given the right team and coach. Kolo Toure started out as a striker, lol. As much as I love the Ox, as talented as he is/was, you need to give top level performances week in, week out. Not blow hot and cold.

ElGabi:
What about young players that still couldn't get to the top level despite playing their preferred position? Theo Walcott always felt he was a striker, but you and I know that he wouldn't survive EPL as one, and with the opportunities he got at CF it was evident. My view is, who go succeed go succeed, given the right team and coach. Kolo Toure started out as a striker, lol. As much as I love the Ox, as talented as he is/was, you need to give top level performances week in, week out. Not blow hot and cold.

I admit, not every young player will come through, however, there are certain players once identified as exceptional talents should be allowed to grow and mature. Player development is an integral aspect of managing a team and many teams focus on that aspect when they are hiring managers especially if they have a thriving/ renowned academy. Take Fabregas for instance, we knew he was worth the wait and persistence. We helped him develop in his preferred role and despite his size, he proved he was worth it. Walcott at his best was not as technically gifted as Saka, Kolo Toure played as a striker at ASEC Mimosa in Ghana. He joined Arsenal at 21 (football age) but we all know baba was already like 25/26 when he joined us, so he was already a grown man!

How do you give top level performance as a young player when your role is constantly being switched or you are not being played in your best position? I mean, apart from being injured. Every time we have watched OX in the CM role for Liverpool, he has looked really good. I am not saying OX is the 2nd coming of Pirlo/ Xavi/ Iniesta/ Zidane in one but he is no trash in that role for Liverpool. Would he have solved some of our midfield problems now? You bet!

Roland17:
Next season bawo Na this one go make me vex oh! I no dey use that boy development play at all! We should be talking after the winter break at worst, he should be back competing for his normal position.

lol...but honestly, I will take the boy ahead of Kola atm

Roland17:
I admit, not every young player will come through, however, there are certain players once identified as exceptional talents should be allowed to grow and mature. Player development is an integral aspect of managing a team and many teams focus on that aspect when they are hiring managers especially if they have a thriving/ renowned academy. Take Fabregas for instance, we knew he was worth the wait and persistence. We helped him develop in his preferred role and despite his size, he proved he was worth it. Walcott at his best was not as technically gifted as Saka, Kolo Toure played as a striker at ASEC Mimosa in Ghana. He joined Arsenal at 21 (football age) but we all know baba was already like 25/26 when he joined us, so he was already a grown man!

How do you give top level performance as a young player when your role is constantly being switched or you are not being played in your best position? I mean, apart from being injured. Every time we have watched OX in the CM role for Liverpool, he has looked really good. I am not saying OX is the 2nd coming of Pirlo/ Xavi/ Iniesta/ Zidane in one but he is no trash in that role for Liverpool. Would he have solved some of our midfield problems now? You bet!

Let's agree to disagree, we know there's no formulas when it comes to issues like this, what works for Player A or Club A at a time T, might not necessarily work for B.

As for your question, but Saka has been our player of the month, in my opinion, slotting in perfectly at LB and even giving us goals and assists, despite not being in his best position, or maybe he was made for that position lol. I hope his time at LB is temporary though and he gets to move further up the pitch and become more effective. As for the Ox its unfortunate he is not with us, he would have been a good addition to the squad, and that's what he is a squad player, lol I don't hate him, perhaps I'm just a bit bitter he joined a rival club. Maybe we should focus on the players we have on ground now.

ElGabi:
Saw this on Wikipedia, I hope it's not my eyes deceiving me or somebody edited it.

why does he rdmind me of debuchy

Spy360:
Don't you think he is looking at offloading some players when the season ends. This is fight to survive.

in terms of offloading, I don't think any cb (aside maybe mavropanos) might be considered. All the cb looks like someone he likes, even mustafi

Roland17:
Saka!!!!! All day, All night!!!!!

Martinelli should be displacing Lacazette now and that is the bold truth. Both (Saka/Martinelli) players can battle for that position, it is part of growing up and I have no problems with that, but we should be looking to transition Martinelli to that CF position as soon as possible because the kid is just too good. His transition to the CF position should be faster than Nketiah's.
Both players should be allowed to continue to develop in their respective positions and at worst, if you are going to change roles, it should not be 2 extremes (attack/ defense). You can toggle Martinelli/ Saka across the offense. Young players are very fragile, you have also remember they have had 3 coaches in such a short span and that is a very important variable in the development of young players. Infact, it is one of the reasons Willock has stagnated and regressed badly this season,

I want to believe that your choice of SAKA is born out of patriotism though. (With respect to his Naija root)

About Martinelli displacing LACAZETTE ATM, you know that won't happen to say the least but I honestly would have loved to see him start in that role ahead of LACAZETTE too.

Like Sod09 did said, I also prefer SAKA at LFB position to Kolasinac until when Tieney returns.

But our propositions won't See the light of the day as AUBA is back from suspension for the Left wing role with LACAZETTE as CF.

Except if PEPE would be coming from the bench for Martinelli to start from the right while Kolasinac resumes the LFB position since SAKA is not a naturally groomed LFB and that would see him return to the bench yet again.

WILLOCK only chooses to be a bad player that he is though given the retinue of opportunities he got earlier on when EMERY does froze out OZIL for him initially,

Else, OZIL will not even be a cardinal figure in this ARTETA coming honestly if WILLOCK had impressed beyond reasonable doubt.

Finally, I absolutely agree with you on Martinelli transitioning as CF ahead of NKETIAH because I see him as another Yaya SANOGO to be frank with you

Arsenal agree deal to sign Portuguese star as Arteta closes in on second signing


According to the Telegraph, Arsenal are set to sign Cedric Soares on loan from Southampton with a view to signing the full-back on a permanent four-year deal in the summer.

Mikel Arteta has been on the look-out for defensive reinforcements this month as we’ve continued to be woeful at the back this season and a new centre-back was a priority after Calum Chambers was ruled out for the rest of the season.

The club announced a deal to sign Pablo Mari from Flamengo earlier today with the Spanish centre-back arriving on an initial six-month loan with Arsenal having an option to make it permanent in the summer.

It looks like we’ve now turned our attention to bringing in another full-back before the transfer window closes on Friday night as reports emerged on Wednesday afternoon that we are in for Southampton’s Cedric Soares.

The Telegraph claims a deal is now in place for Arsenal to sign the Portuguese international on loan for the rest of the season with the club holding an option to sign Soares on a four-year deal in the summer.

Sky Sports News reporter Jim White claims Arsenal will pay a £5m loan fee for Soares but the Telegraph suggest the fee is actually below £1m, which makes more sense considering the player has just six months left on his contract.

Having the option to sign Soares for free in the summer makes sense as we can take a closer look at him over the next six months then sign him for nothing at the end of the season if things work out well for all parties.

The 28-year-old has been a solid player for Southampton since joining them from Sporting Lisbon in 2015 while he has 33 caps for Portugal and was part of the squad that won Euro 2016.

I didn’t really see another right-back as a priority given how well Ainsley Maitland-Niles has played during Hector Bellerin’s absence but Soares can also play at left-back so he’ll give Arteta a versatile option at the back.

Let’s see if this deal gets over the line but it looks increasingly likely that Arsenal will end the window with two news defenders on short terms deals.

Mari and Soares will be decent additions and given Arsenal have limited money to spent in January, I guess it’s been a reasonably successful month.

Mustafi has ankle sprain so won't be long out there



Thank God we are not like some Manchester United fans that went attacking their executive vice chairman

Kbs468:
I want to believe that your choice of SAKA is born out of patriotism though. (With respect to his Naija root)

About Martinelli displacing LACAZETTE ATM, you know that won't happen to say the least but I honestly would have loved to see him start in that role ahead of LACAZETTE too.

Like Sod09 did said, I also prefer SAKA at LFB position to Kolasinac until when Tieney returns.

But our propositions won't See the light of the day as AUBA is back from suspension for the Left wing role with LACAZETTE as CF.

Except if PEPE would be coming from the bench for Martinelli to start from the right while Kolasinac resumes the LFB position since SAKA is not a naturally groomed LFB and that would see him return to the bench yet again.

WILLOCK only chooses to be a bad player that he is though given the retinue of opportunities he got earlier on when EMERY does froze out OZIL for him initially,

Else, OZIL will not even be a cardinal figure in this ARTETA coming honestly if WILLOCK had impressed beyond reasonable doubt.

Finally, I absolutely agree with you on Martinelli transitioning as CF ahead of NKETIAH because I see him as another Yaya SANOGO to be frank with you

You may want to do yourself a good favor by scrolling through the years to read up my thoughts about Saka on this thread since he joined us, that may help you understand better. It has absolutely nothing, not even remotely close, to do with his heritage but everything to do with his talent.

You guys keep pushing this narrative of Saka continuing at LB/LWB and it bothers me, even Arteta knows it is a dangerous situation for Saka’s development irrespective of his current form in that position hence the desire to get Soares on loan for the rest of the season.

Roland17:
You may want to do yourself a good favor by scrolling through the years to read up my thoughts about Saka on this thread since he joined us, that may help you understand better. It has absolutely nothing, not even remotely close, to do with his heritage but everything to do with his talent.

You guys keep pushing this narrative of Saka continuing at LB/LWB and it bothers me, even Arteta knows it is dangerous situation for Saka’s development irrespective of his current form in that position hence the desire to get Soares on loan for the rest of the season.

I'm not particularly saying that SAKA should be converted to a LFB position player ooo.

Not at all and very far from that but based on the constraint forcing us to use him there and creditably well too is that which I am saying.

We are only commending him for putting up a superlative performance always so far he has been playing as a LFB.

Thank goodness ARTETA is goning for Cedric who can also play at LFB position and that is to tell us that the coach is not trying to convert SAKA into a defender just like we are not advocating for that defensive conversion too

I can predict how this is going to go if it not tamed early. When Kolasinac comes back and has a bad game, you guys will start clamoring for Saka to return to the LB position in place of Kola or Tierney (whenever he returns). Gradually, it would become normal to associate him with the LB position rather than playing higher up.

Arteta definitely sees what I am seeing and I am happy he is choosing not to be comfortable with it like some of you are becoming and is taking a shot at Soares on a short term basis. I have seen this too many times at Arsenal to know it is a dangerous adventure that would end in misery for the team and the player especially.

Roland17:
I can predict how this is going to go if it not tamed early. When Kolasinac comes back and has a bad game, you guys will start clamoring for Saka to return to the LB position in place of Kola or Tierney (whenever he returns). Gradually, it would become normal to associate him with the LB position rather than playing higher up.

Arteta definitely sees what I am seeing and I am happy he is choosing not to be comfortable with it like some of you are becoming and is taking a shot at Soares on a short term basis. I have seen this too many times at Arsenal to know it is a dangerous adventure that would end in misery for the team and the player especially.

You seem to be getting me wrong though. Or maybe you have not read my last post quoting you above.

Besides, it's not in the defensive driving course that I am even praising Saka for but his Link up play with Martinelli and the forward line that is and that is the area Kolasinac has failed woefully in.

Or when Last did Kolasinac scored a goal nor got an assist?

Equally, Xhaka always cover up for SAKA whenever he pushes forward isn't it?

Besides, SAKA's LFB position actually gives him More room and space to operate moving forward as if he is actually playing the LW forward position accordingly.

In addition, SAKA offers the team the opportunity of switching to 3 defensive formation while pushing forward to assume his natural forward role while starting as a LFB player

That is just my honest opinion and not about converting SAKA into a LFB player like you want to believe though

Kbs468:
You seem to be getting me wrong though. Or maybe you have not read my last post quoting you above.

Besides, it's not in the defensive driving course that I am even praising Saka for but his Link up play with Martinelli and the forward line that is and that is the area Kolasinac has failed woefully in.

Or when Last did Kolasinac scored a goal nor got an assist?

Equally, Xhaka always cover up for SAKA whenever he pushes forward isn't it?

Besides, SAKA's LFB position actually gives him More room and space to operate moving forward as if he is actually playing the LW forward position accordingly.

In addition, SAKA offers the team the opportunity of switching to 3 defensive formation while pushing forward to assume his natural forward role while starting as a LFB player

That is just my honest opinion and not about converting SAKA into a LFB player like you want to believe though

Bro I get your point, honestly, I do. I am just wary about getting comfortable with this kid playing LB for a longer period. I have the same worry about transitioning Martinelli to that CF position. We are historically renowned for getting carried away by short term success and when they disappears we are stuck. The points you raised to support Saka’s strength were developed from his aggressive and fearless instincts built from playing higher up the pitch.
Furthermore, I am also wary of running both players, particularly Martinelli to the ground at a young age because we failed to plan progressively. Martinelli is one player we have to manage more carefully so he does not burn out or go down injured and that is why I would rather they continue to develop in their preferred roles. I worry about his longevity because he takes a lot of mean tackles/ cheap shots from opponents who just want to kick him for kicking sakes.
Worsestill, the fact that our medical and rehabilitation team have not really held their heads high makes me even more nervous. From Holding to Chambers to Bellerin to Tierney to Kolasinac. Players who go down injured always almost return to the sick bed for the same injury or take forever before they properly rehabilitate.
Great discuss by the way!

Jodera:
in terms of offloading, I don't think any cb (aside maybe mavropanos) might be considered. All the cb looks like someone he likes, even mustafi

Ignoring injuries and loans, we have about 6 CBs vying for 2 first team positions- Luiz, Socrates, Chambers, Holding, Mavropanos, Mustafi. If you add Saliba, and Mari (when we choose to keep him) we have 8. That will be an overload and that's assuming we do not sign any other in the summer window. At least two will leave.

Kbs468:
I'm not particularly saying that SAKA should be converted to a LFB position player ooo.

Not at all and very far from that but based on the constraint forcing us to use him there and creditably well too is that which I am saying.

We are only commending him for putting up a superlative performance always so far he has been playing as a LFB.

Thank goodness ARTETA is goning for Cedric who can also play at LFB position and that is to tell us that the coach is not trying to convert SAKA into a defender just like we are not advocating for that defensive conversion too

There is one thing we have not pointed out-of the use of Saka in the LB position as a tactical advantage. How?
1. With a left footed CM or preferably CB by his side, Saka can push up into an attacking position without being marked.

2. The CM (Xhaka) or CB (Mari) covers the FB position while the winger (who is inverted-Martinelli or Aubameyang) moves into the CF position.

3. That makes 4 attacking players close to the opposition box which gives a perceived numerical advantage.

This tactics was widely employed and made popular by the Guardiola version of Barcelona when Alves pushes up into the attack and Messi roams as a free agent around the opposition box.

Kbs468:
You seem to be getting me wrong though. Or maybe you have not read my last post quoting you above.

Besides, it's not in the defensive driving course that I am even praising Saka for but his Link up play with Martinelli and the forward line that is and that is the area Kolasinac has failed woefully in.

Or when Last did Kolasinac scored a goal nor got an assist?

Equally, Xhaka always cover up for SAKA whenever he pushes forward isn't it?

Besides, SAKA's LFB position actually gives him More room and space to operate moving forward as if he is actually playing the LW forward position accordingly.

In addition, SAKA offers the team the opportunity of switching to 3 defensive formation while pushing forward to assume his natural forward role while starting as a LFB player

That is just my honest opinion and not about converting SAKA into a LFB player like you want to believe though

Your thoughts here embraces mine above. Kudos.

ElGabi:
It's Official. Loan till the end of season.

o mehn ..this is Ceballos V.2. The resemblance is striking. .remind me of Lucas Perez/ Sead Kolasinac.

Arsenal aim to complete Cedric Soares transfer on Thursday


Arsenal hope to complete the transfer of Cedric Soares on Thursday, according to reports.

The full-back is set to join Arsenal as Mikel Arteta’s second signing and has been given permission by Southampton to agree personal terms and undergo a medical with the Gunners.

Soares, 28, is in the final six months of his contract at Southampton and the Saints have decided to cash in on the defender.

The Evening Standard claim that after a fee was agreed on Wednesday night, Soares is expected in London to have his medical.

Soares will join Arsenal on a loan deal and Southampton will receive around £1million from the Gunners.

The deal could rise to £3m with add-ons and Arsenal will cover the entirety of Soares’ £65,000-a-week wages.


Arsenal looked at Kurzawa before deciding on Soares

Arsenal decided to sign Soares over Paris Saint-Germain’s Layvin Kurzawa due to his experience in the Premier League and his lower wage demands.

Arteta was not keen on Kurzawa and reportedly vetoed Arsenal’s transfer move for the Frenchman.

There is an expectation Soares will join Arsenal on a permanent deal in the summer and will offer competition to Hector Bellerin.

If Arsenal can register Soares by noon on Friday, transfer deadline day, he will be eligible to make his debut against Burnley on Sunday.

After Arteta demanded reinforcements this month, Arsenal have had a busy end to the January window.

Pablo Mari became Arteta’s first signing as manager on Wednesday after completing his loan switch from Flamengo.

Go vote your Arsenal player of the month now

Comments from new arsenal star Pablo Mari:



He said: “I’m happy to be here today and to have signed for a big club. I’m going to do my best to help my team-mates and the club.

“When I spoke to my agent, it was a big thing that Arsenal were interested in me. This is one of the best clubs in the world, so I’m absolutely delighted to be joining. I’m really looking forward to playing in this jersey and helping my team.

“The conversations started a couple of weeks ago. Arsenal told us that they were interested.

“We’d just won everything with Flamengo – I won the league and the Copa Libertadores and was also named best centre-back in America, so that will have helped Arsenal notice me. As I’ve said, I’m really happy. It’s a great achievement for me to come to Arsenal and it all happened in basically two weeks.

“It’s a massive opportunity for me to come to England, which is the best league in the world right now.

“Being able to play in this league and having the opportunity to play for Arsenal is incredible, so I’m really looking forward to wearing the shirt as soon as possible. I want to help my team to win matches and give my fans something to celebrate.”

He added: “I’m a very professional player. I like working hard every day to achieve objectives.

“One thing I can control is working hard on a daily basis to help my team-mates to win football matches and repay the faith that Mikel and Arsenal have shown me by signing me to play here, so that’s my main objective. I want to take it one day at a time and achieve big things at Arsenal.

“Right now I want to focus on the day-to-day side of things.

“I think we need to put the plans to one side for now because the most important thing is to take things one day at a time and focus on achieving short-term goals. We need to change the dynamic around the team, so the short-term objectives are the most important thing.

“As I’ve said, we have Mikel’s ideas, aligned with the club, and we need to perform very well to change things



Arsenal statement in full:


“Spanish defender Pablo Mari is set to join us on loan until the end of the season.

“The 26 year-old joins us from Brazilian side Flamengo, where he helped the Rio de Janeiro based team win the Brazilian Serie A title and the Copa Libertadores last year.

“Mari made 22 appearances for Flamengo after joining them last July from Manchester City, where he had been since 2016. The left-footed central defender had three three different season-long loan spells during his time at City – in Spain with Girona for the 2016/17 season, then to the Netherlands with NAC Breda in 2017/18, before returning to Spain for the 2018/19 campaign with Deportivo La Coruna.

“Mari developed his youth career in Spain with RCD Mallorca, where he made his La Liga debut at the age of just 17. Three years later in 2013 Mari joined Spanish side Gimnastic, where he made nearly 100 appearances in his three seasons with the Catalonian club.

“We have an option to make the deal permanent in the summer.”

Kbs468:
Go vote your Arsenal player of the month now

Martinelli gets my vote for
1. covering up for Aubameyang which is a huge task considering Auba's scoring prowess.
2. His solo goal against Chelsea. Big game, big goal, right time. It really lifted our spirits.

Saka comes close for his versatility and his goal Vs Bournemouth.

Next Xhaka, then Torriera. No clear reason.

Spy360:
Martinelli gets my vote for
1. covering up for Aubameyang which is a huge task considering Auba's scoring prowess.
2. His solo goal against Chelsea. Big game, big goal, right time. It really lifted our spirits.

Saka comes close for his versatility and his goal Vs Bournemouth.

Next Xhaka, then Torriera. No clear reason.

So Xhaka can actually be rated this season.

I know ball abeg.

Will auba miss Burnley or not?
I think we appealed his red card and it was denied that's extra one match.

sod09:
Will auba miss Burnley or not?
I think we appealed his red card and it was denied that's extra one match.

nah, no extra match o. He's available for Burnley. Luiz replaces him. Lol.

Kbs468:
Go vote your Arsenal player of the month now

Saka, for his consistent performance since 1st of this month. Closely followed by Xhaka also.