The Arsenal manager signing a new contract put an end to speculation about his future, but for how long? Biggest summer buy: Bought from Lyon for £46m, the 26-year-old Alexandre Lacazette is the striker Arsenal fans have been crying out for as they called for Arsène Wenger to spend some money. Breakthrough season: Fast, strong and full of tricks, the 17-year-old midfielder Reiss Nelson has impressed in pre-season, prompting Wenger to say he is “very, very close” to making his competitive debut. Bad boy: Granit Xhaka got his marching orders three times last season, with two dismissals coming while he was on Arsenal duty. It is the kind of big game trophy-hunting even Arsenal fans must abhor.

Source: The Guardian August 11, 2017 10:52 UTC