Energy, creativity, goal threat and commitment. These are the traits that are expected of a winger in the new Mikel Arteta Arsenal.
It is not enough to simply be a threat in the offensive third, Mikel Arteta is adamant that he has a team that will work and fight for a victory. The expectations of the coach are growing in familiarity, and it has been clear from his signings that his desires must be met to see Arsenal formalise their interest.
The name of Edon Zhegrova will not be one known by many supporters, and this can often lead to an unsurprising but often hyperbolic and negative reaction. The report that detailed the Gunners had made an offer for Zhegrova was broken by Arlind Sadiku, a Kosovo-based journalist with established ties to the player and his entourage, who reported his move from Basel to Lille earlier this year.
