Mikel Arteta's decision to sign Oleksandr Zinchenko from Manchester City last summer has ultimately reduced Kieran Tierney's game time this season.
Whilst the Spaniard has stuck with his preferred 4-3-3 formation, there has been a slight tweak to the shape. This is evident at left-back in particular as the role no longer requires a marauding defender offering width down that flank; instead Zinchenko tucks in as an inverted full-back.
Given the Ukraine international's background as a central midfielder, it's a role that suits him to a tee and his assist for Bukayo Saka in the 4-0 win over Everton further vindicates Arteta's decision to name him in the Arsenal starting line-up when fit and available for selection.
