What has Arteta got against ESR?
TA6 MBE was calling for ESR's introduction at half time. When the change eventually came it was Viera who came on and did sweet FA.
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What has Arteta got against ESR?
TA6 MBE was calling for ESR's introduction at half time. When the change eventually came it was Viera who came on and did sweet FA.
A bit of a worry. Likewise, Tierney. Two very good young players completely side lined. Some injury mitigation but less towards the second half of the season.Quote:
Originally Posted by pjlincs
I found it very strange with both Zinchenko and Odegaard experiencing moments of poor form.
Arteta really needs to embrace the concept of squad rotation. It’s clearly been a factor in fatigue.
Tierney and ESR are the new Torreira and Guendouzi. Despite blatantly being key players and proven in the league Arteta just doesn't rate them. The funny thing is we basically sold those two warriors and with the money clubbed together we probably still had to pay extra money to sign the awful Lokonga to play the same position.
I get the distinct impression Arteta was trying to get us over the line with the players that had got us into that position.....which was daft
On the other hand, why change when everything's going so well.
This season's not really about us anyway; it's about Manchester City being so good/cheating, otherwise we win the title at a canter :-\
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Originally Posted by PSRB
I'll say it; I've never been overly enamored by ESR. Obviously he has some talent but what is his best position? Remember that he's 23 next month too...Quote:
Originally Posted by pjlincs
Also - he's spoken before out struggles with his diet. I wonder whether there is an element of professionalism. Either way; if we are to be challenging for titles I do not see him as even being strong enough for our bench on a regular basis.
I don't think ESR is the 100% fit you need to be to thrive in today's EPL which is a shame. The whole injury thing was sort of strange wasn't it? He' playing, then he's not, then he is... only then do they schedule surgery and he's crocked from that for ages. It must be something rather permanent I fear.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rich
I suspect you’re right and what turns Arteta off is around the commitment to recovering from surgery. It is just a hunch but if true he’s doomed at Arsenal. Mikel expects you to give blood for the shirt.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chief Arrowhead
No Tierney starting again today with a CB playing ahead of him. What a sad end to a highly respected players Arsenal career.