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#2 Defensive midfield
The defensive aspects of Arsenal have been a bit of a concern for more than half a decade, and it still doesn't seem to be solved. Unai Emery looked determined to reshape the defence, and whilst he has made some quality signings for the defence, it is clearly not working. The Gunners have conceded a total of eight goals in just four games, which is a cause for concern.
But the back four are not to be blamed completely, as the problem remains in the midfield. Granit Xhaka has been underperforming since the start of the season, and he wasn't any better last season either.
Matteo Guendouzi has adapted to the fast-paced game quickly, after joining the Arsenal just this season from Ligue 2. His performances have been commendable and he has been doing his job with great determination.
Xhaka, on the other hand, has not been up to the mark. His performances in all four games have been below average, and still, Unai seems to trust on him to take the CDM spot, despite him having a world-class midfielder in the form of Torreira on the bench.
Xhaka is strong, but his slow decision making and inaccurate passes have cost Arsenal plenty of goals. Torreira must be given a start alongside Guendouzi when Arsenal face Newcastle after the international break.
