Central Midfielders
Mikel Arteta – Keep – There have been a few rumours linking the captain with a return to La Liga, but despite the likelihood of fewer first team appearances he remains a good presence to have in the squad.
Mathieu Flamini – Keep – Influence tailed off towards the end of last season but could be invaluable in big games and the Champions League.
Jack Wilshere – Keep – Hasn’t quite hit the heights hoped of him after his teenage years and Wenger must decided on his best role, but is still a fine player.
Aaron Ramsey – Keep – Would’ve been a genuine contender for the Premier League player of the year last season if he hadn’t picked up an injury, will be crucial.
Francis Coquelin – Sell – Has never made the grade with the club and didn’t do enough on loan at Freiburg to suggest that this is likely to change.
Abou Diaby – Sell – If Arsenal can find someone willing to take the French crock off their hands then they should jump at it, but they are likely to be lumbered with his wages.
Potential signing – Lars Bender – Arsene Wenger is keen to bring in a defensive midfielder and the Bayer Leverkusen man fits the bill, would be a fine capture.
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