As I'm absolutely buried with stuff at work, I've managed to find the time to ponder the needs of the Arsenal and what I'm thinking their transfer dealings might need to resemble. Here you are:
Needs
Additional Striking Options - We only have one recognized striker and while he did have a relatively successful first season in England, he isn't proving himself to be clinical.
Creativity in the Midfield - When Cazorla is in the middle of the park, we miss the creativity that Nasri provided on the flanks. When Cazorla is move to the wing, we miss the creativity that Fabregas provided in the centre of the park. We either need a creative winger or a creative midfielder.
A Tackling/Grittier Holding Midfielder - It might not be as dire of a need as many think, but it definitely would not hurt to have a box-to-box midfielder that didn't mind getting stuck in.
A Mobile but Stay-At-Home Defender - Although the BFG does get caught for pace at times, his positioning is often excellent and the coverage he provides an attack-minded CB partner essential. Why not find someone who does the latter but isn't hindered by the former?
Out
Diaby - While it would be tough to let him go while he's on the treatment table again, he should be placed in the treatment room closest to the exit.
Fabianski - Isn't going to provide enough of a challenge for SZCZ or enough security when SZCZ cannot play.
Mannone - Isn't going to provide enough of a challenge for SZCZ or enough security when SZCZ cannot play.
Gervinho - Simply isn't good enough.
Santos - Simply isn't good enough.
Arshavin - Already gone, not sad.
Denilson - Already gone, not sad.
Squillaci - Already gone, praise Jesus!
In:
César - Competition and a mentor for SZCZ
El Shaarawy - He can add some width to our attack on the left but could also provide something a bit different up front. By playing on the left, he would allow Cazorla to pull the string from the centre of the park.
Fellaini - Although he currently plays in a more advanced role, I think he might be able to be a solid box-to-box midfielder.
Higuain - Effective striker.
Unknown CB - Great positioning and vision but also pacey enough not to get caught out when holding the line. Still a little raw though.
What about your club?
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