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When it comes to making big money moves, the Gunners are never shy of breaking transfer records, and we have seen that in the kind of players they have managed to bring on board in the past. However, we have seen a mixture of results for Emery’s men in recent times.
Arsenal has been blowing hot and cold in the league this season. The level of inconsistency and injuries has left the team out of options. They have particularly suffered due to lacking a strong bench, and the board needs to address this quickly.
Arsenal is suffering due to a lack of quality players at the back, but Emery remains defiant that his team will be able to cope with a leaky defense. That is impossible, considering the number of games still left to play. The writing is on the wall - Arsenal need to sign more players.
The competition for a top-four finish is slowly heating up, with the likes of Chelsea and Manchester united upping their games. The Premier League is truely a tough place to be complacent. Therefore, doing business early before the transfer window shuts would be a smart move by Arsenal.
Actually, making these signings early enough will not only solve the crisis at the Emirates, but could also make the Gunners future title contenders.
It is not a matter of ‘when’ or ‘why’, as bringing in new players to prevent the team from leaking in more goals is not in any way debatable.
Arsenal need to sign at least three players in this window. Lets take a look at some players the Gunners should target.
#1 Gary Cahill
Maurizio Sarri has hardly given Gary Cahill playing time this season, raising doubts over his future. Nonetheless, the England international has played in the Premier League for years, therefore his experience should benefit the Gunners.
Also, Cahill has vast experience in playing top-flight football at Chelsea, especially in the Champions League, that would indeed benefit Arsenal. His leadership skills as Chelsea captain would as well be important in the dressing room at Arsenal.
The Emirates Stadium has been touted as a potential destination for Gary Cahill. This seems to be the perfect opportunity for the Gunners to sign him, solving their defensive crisis.
#2 Ousmane Dembele
Emery has an array of offensive players in his ranks, and many would say the Gunners’ top priority would obviously be a defender. However, signing a winger with the pace and quality of Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembele would be a very smart move.
This would not only bring results, but also improve the offensive phase of the team in terms of quality. Signing a world class player like Dembele would make Emery’s team genuine title contenders.
Arsenal has been heavily linked with the France international. Dembele has found life difficult at Barcelona, sparking rumours that another big-money move could be on the cards.
The Gunners should make a move for Dembele if an opportunity arises. He is a world class player who would improve any team in the world.
#3 Thomas Lemar
With Emery’s men lacking pace on the wings, a player like Lemar is the perfect signing to help solve that problem. Lemar's ability to create goal scoring opportunities for teammates via the flanks would benefit Arsenal's strikers a lot.
Lemar almost signed for the Gunners last year, but Wenger decided to pounce on Aubameyang instead.
The 22-year-old France international would be a great addition to Emery’s team. He is capable of initiating attacks from deep areas of the pitch by sparking counter attacks; an area the Gunners are in dire need of aid.
Thomas Lemar has been struggling for game time in Spain. The France international has had a difficult spell at his new club, Atletico Madrid, causing speculation about a potential move away.
The Gunners should make a bid for Lemar.
Final thoughts
Unai Emery has stated clearly that he sees the essence of bringing in two to three players during this winter’s transfer window. This is understandable, judging by the number of injuries at Arsenal in recent weeks.
Chelsea’s Gary Cahill is one player that has hit headlines, touted to be the ultimate solution to solving the defensive crisis slowly killing Arsenal’s dreams of finishing in the top four. The Gunners’ shock 5-1 defeat away at Anfield shows you how much this team requires reinforcements at the back.
Arsenal fans are also hoping to see their team strengthen, with names such as Lemar and Ousmane Dembele been linked to the club.
