Arsenal have shown that by trusting a manager with a long-term project, success can be achieved after enduring some tough times.
The Gunners missed out on a top four finish last term at the expense of their rivals Tottenham after losing a crucial North London Derby before suffering a disappointing defeat away to Newcastle, ending their hopes of returning to the UEFA Champions League. Mikel Arteta came under fire from pundits and fans for Arsenal's collapse at the end of the season, but the Spaniard was trusted to turn things around this season.
The Gunners' decision to stick with Arteta has paid off with the north London outfit currently top of the Premier League and going strong in the Europa League. There has been a strong recruitment strategy at the Emirates Stadium over the past two years, with Arsenal blending talented youngsters with experienced veterans, along with some important tactical tweaks from the manager seeing the Gunners lose just one game in all competitions far this term.
