Arsenal supporters call for Arsene Wenger’s head – English Premier League
As Arsenal fans talk about another disappointing performance, they seek refuge from another trophy-less season which seems likely, by asking for changes with the Gunners. The call for a change, including the removal of Arsene Wenger, is putting great pressure
on the new owner, Stan Kroenke, to bring out the axe .
However, between 1996 and 2005, Wenger won three Premier League titles and four FA Cups. With Wenger having such an illustrious record with the Gunners it will be hard to justify firing the manager. There are other problem areas that might me prudent to
resolve before thinking of removing Arsene.
One major upheaval for Arsenal was the switch to the Emirates from High Bury. Although this was necessary for Arsenal, it proved to be a costly venture for them and it limited their power in the transfer market. Moreover, it also marked the beginning of
the trophy draught for Arsenal.
The costly measure left a huge impact on the on-field performance of Arsenal but another change which took place and has been overlooked, has affected the team even more. This change occurred in 2007 when David Dein, the football director of Arsenal, left
the club after disagreements with board members. With his departure, Arsenal lost an essential link between the board and the manager. His presence was crucial for the team’s on-field success because of his expertise in contract negotiation and player transfers.
On top of this, it was because of him Wenger could focus on his primary job which was to coach the team. His shoes were so difficult to fill that http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ivan-c17215 Gazidis has still not been able to do so and is still struggling. This void has been felt in the transfers
to Arsenal.
There was a time when gems like Cesc Fabregas and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Robin-van-Persie-c31380 were discovered by the Gunners which was during a period when David Dein was still a part of the club. Ever since departure, no such quality player has signed and has actually seen the loss
of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Samir-Nasri-c32360 to the French League.
Further compounding the issue of the lack of new talent is that Wenger is indeed not the best technician or people person around. Some of his decisions regarding the team have been questionable. For example, making Gallas the captain rather than Gilberto
has haunted the team all season.
The Arsenal management is looking for a drastic change, a change that can shape up the team for the better and bring it back into a position where it can win trophies again. As for what to do with Arsene Wenger, one option that can be suggested to Kroenke
is that he sets Wenger free of his coaching duties and designates him as the director of football.
It should be kept in mind that the presence of Wenger is also very important for Arsenal as his existence there makes sure that the broader philosophy of Arsenal remains unimpaired. While a new coach should be hired to do Wenger’s current job because modern
football calls for more innovation and creativity, which it seems Wenger cannot handle anymore.
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