Arsenal have been through plenty of change over the past few years, with only four signings from the Unai Emery era at the club remaining - one of which being club-record signing Nicolas Pepe who is currently on loan at OGC Nice. Director Edu's change from experience and high-profile names to younger stars and profiles that fit the squad has begun to show on the pitch.
Orchestrated by head coach Mikel Arteta, the Gunners are beginning to play with a freedom and verve that has otherwise been missing for a while. High-earning but underperforming players have been replaced by hungry and talented players yet to reach their peak.
With their rise in ability has come a rise in Arsenal's performances and results, coming so close to a top-four finish last season, but missing out by the barest of margins. After further investment into the playing squad, the side have shown no sign of a hangover from the previous campaign, sitting top of the Premier League come the first international break.
