As Arsenal maintain top spot in the Premier League and look to secure a first-place finish in Group A of the Europa League, it’s safe to say that things are looking good for Mikel Arteta’s side so far this season.
However, as the optimism grows, so does the scepticism surrounding the Gunners’ strength in depth. Arsenal looked destined to finish in the top four last season and were just one win away from doing so, but a number of injuries as well as a lack of firepower led to a drop in quality at the all-important moment.
It’s a situation that could have been avoided had the club decided to dip into the winter market but that option was not explored and unfortunately, it was a call that had its consequences. Fast forward a year and Arsenal could be faced with a similar scenario albeit in different circumstances.
