Looking through the news, we’ve managed to put together a sort of prediction that will indicate the way Arsenal will take on next season. There are three key changes that will occur, all of which point to a positive outcome. Why do those changes have to wait until next season to occur? Well, mostly because for now they are focused on this season and just keeping on doing what they have been doing. These changes involve a shift in leadership, a fresh approach and an even smarter way of spending the club’s budget. Basically, next year’s Arsenal will be quite different than what we see right now. Hopefully the changes will pay off and more trophies will be placed in the Gunners’ trophy case.
The first thing that we predict will happen is that Cech will become the team’s new captain and leader. It was too early to name him the leading voice in the locker room right after leaving Chelsea, but according to Squawka, that is already happening. The 33-year-old won the hearts of both fans and teammates with his humble but at the same time, strong character. The level of security he brings to the team and the way he handles himself during every game is definitely an example worthy of following. Even though it is hard for a keeper to be team captain as he is not always among players during tough moments on the pitch, this does not look like an issue for Cech. He is in the same league as football legends Casillas and Buffon who captained both their national teams and their clubs. Regardless of his past as a Chelsea man, Cech has no reason not to take Arteta’s place when the Spaniard says goodbye to the Emirates. If what rumors are saying, that will happen at the end of this season.
The second thing we predict is the lack of big transfers during the summer. A very interesting idea was spread across the media by Monreal who pointed out that not bringing incredibly expensive players on a regular basis has helped all Arsenal players step up their game. Having the trust of their manager and having to compete with the biggest names in football on a regular basis has encouraged players to take risks and work harder each season. It is a fresh take on why Wenger is not spending so much and it actually makes sense. With that in mind, it might be early to say, but we might not see any record signings in the near future. To be honest, if Wenger invests £20million in the infirmary and in the medical staff and if ends up solving the injury issues, I`m pretty sure no-one will complain.
One last thing could happen at the Emirates. We could call it the Campbell or Iwobi effect. Wenger finally gave the two a chance, and the youngsters did not disappoint. Campbell may have started off slow but he definitely rose to expectations. With a bit more luck he could have become the number one pick for the right side of the attack. With that in mind, we can expect Akpoom, Zelalem or Ainsley Maitland-Niles to return home and start performing with the big boys soon enough too.