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It appears that Arsenal is facing a crisis in the Premier League. Looking at the Premier League table, they’re down to 5th; they’re tied on 18 points with Chelsea, who are 4th; Nottingham Forest, out of nowhere, are 3rd in the league log with 19 points; Manchester City are second with 23 points; and Liverpool lead the league log with 25 points.
Our Gunners are 7 points away from the top of the table.
Where Arsenal is, what advice would you give Coach Mikel Arteta?
I’ll go first.
While some argue that the Arsenal attack lacks quality, they should also focus on enhancing their attacking mobility. Playing with a rigid attack is another aspect that’s hindering Arsenal’s success. We need to see Arsenal’s forwards interchange positions, creating space and options for each other.
Other than that, we also need to see Gabriel Martinelli occasionally shift inward, taking on the center forward role when Havertz moves out wide or drops to midfield. We know that Bukayo Saka can play left back, so it shouldn’t be shocking to see him temporarily switch sides with Martinelli in games to surprise opposing defenders.
We should give quality youngsters like Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis Skelly, who have demonstrated their ability to excel, a chance to shine. We may make changes if they don’t meet expectations, but these youngsters have shown they can perform on the biggest stages, having played against Liverpool and Manchester City.
Last season, set pieces were key for our Gunners, with 20 leading to goals; they laid the foundation for the team’s dominance. However, it is increasingly clear that relying solely on set pieces is not a viable strategy.
Arsenal lacks a quality left winger. Leandro Trossard is excellent when he comes off the bench, and Gabriel Martinelli is sometimes good, sometimes average. Signing a dynamic winger is definitely necessary.
If Havertz is unable to play centrally, it would be beneficial to sign a real striker in the winter, allowing the German international to roam around the pitch as he does.
Those are my pointers for Mikel Arteta; what are yours?
Daniel O
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Run,Arteta run and never come back again
Block out the noise and do his job the way he deems fit. He’s already good at that anyway, so my advice is only a reminder.
Vamos,
Arteta may have had his good moments over the last two seasons, but he’s now letting this season slide with all his bad decision making.
So I hope he makes a good decision, and that would be to leave.
You can’t win EPL with Havertz leading the attack. He is not a natural striker. No real threat to opponents. Mr Arteta, when are you going to learn?
My advice to Arteta would be, please follow Edu out of the door. And please shut the door on your way out thank you.
Ohhh some fans though
Play your best players but make sure they play in their best positions. Don’t experiment too much.
We have a deep enough squad especially in defense. No need for Partey as RB
There’s no reason to play Partey in anywhere other than midfield.
Havertz is at his best up front
Also I know it’s highly unlikely but if you can’t get a top striker try to get an Odergaard back up
My opinion and advice is simple.
If Edu leaves, try and persuade Arsene Wenger to take over his role.
Also release some of the absolute power he’s been given within the club, by learning to delegate.
Finally, remember the way we played last season and stop trying to put square pegs into round holes.
You haven’t lost the support of the majority, but with Edu leaving, it’s crunch time!!
Bring ESR back
Don’t mind us armchair coaches; keep giving it your best. You’ve done it before, you’ll do it again.
Last season didn’t start fantastic. But the best of Arsenal kept evolving as the season wore on. Of the 5 losses in the PL last season, 4 came in the first half of the season. I expect the team to get better.
So, carry on with the job Teta please
Pack your bag and GO.
How about David Dein for Edu then?
Top man
Arsenal to the core
No1 Arteta should stop experimenting with Pathey at right full back. He is doing Ok but no forward runs to support Saka like White.
No2 Sterling was good playing before at left wing. He should be given a chance instead of the inconsistent Matinelli who lacks end product after his runs.
No3 Arteta should stop trying Havertz in Odegard’s position Nwaneri/Zichenko should be given a chance they are both better play makers. Havertz to return to CF
No4 Our defence should do more and get back their “clean sheets mentality” Gabriel & Saliba needs to hit form.
No5 The coach needs to drill the players more physically to be mobile especially in midfield too sloppy at times.