It would be hard to argue that Arsenal made the wrong call in sacking Unai Emery and replacing him with Mikel Arteta.
Whilst Emery had a big task on his hands in succeeding the iconic Arsene Wenger, former midfielder Arteta has taken the Gunners to the next level, establishing them as bona fide challengers for the Premier League crown. Emery is set to be reunited with his former side this weekend as the north Londoners travel to Aston Villa.
A number of players he signed for Arsenal are set to play a role in the game, although a few have long since departed. Arteta’s decision to jettison many of those he inherited at Emirates Stadium speaks volumes about the Gunners’ business under his predecessor.
