Many are suggesting that we move Thomas Vermaelen to left back but I just do not see that working in our system. I am sure he can do a job there, in fact he has played there for Ajax on many occasions but at Arsenal our full backs are required to be mobile and dynamic, sprinting forward to support our attacks whilst having the speed and energy to get back and defend. I do not see Vermaelen being that type of player. If he was to play full back, it would more than likely be in a

So far everything related to Arsenal and the transfer window has been purely speculation. It started with Denilson seeking pastures new, then Nicklas Bendtner soon followed suit. Samir Nasri’s contract negotiations has been almost a daily talking point and now the most recent talking point is that of our skipper.

I have been worrying myself about the horrible possibility that both Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri could start next season away from the famous red and white shirt. Whilst the  saying ‘no player is bigger than the club’ is very true, it cannot be ignored that having to rebuild part of your midfield and attack can only be seen as a negative move. We have seen what damage it has done to us before when Flamini and Hleb both assumed they saw lush green grass elsewhere.

It would be difficult to argue that Hleb and Flamini are either more talented or more importantly, influential than our current number four and eight.

The futures of our two creative talents are certainly not secured but at this moment in time things look far brighter than what might have been.

Samir Nasri has recently told Arsenal fans not to listen to what is being said in the media, while his agent has confirmed that talks are still ongoing and nothing has broken down. It could all be part of the game, trying to get in the position where he enters next season without a new contract in place but as we know, the club will no longer allow these situations to arise.

So as long as the player has not been transfer listed or that his agent hasn’t publicly told everyone that talks have come to a standstill then we have to hope that things are progressing on track at this moment.

Cesc Fabregas’ situation is far more straight forward. He is an Arsenal player, still on a long term contract and just like He-Man, we have the power. That power has been strengthened by Cesc’s recent comments where he states that he is happy at Arsenal and that he basically will not agitate for a move even though he would like to play for Barcelona.

In this day and age, I would say that it is pretty rare to find players who do not throw all their toys out of the pram in order to get what they want. Cesc Fabregas is being loyal to Arsenal and Arsene Wenger, a manager that has placed a lot of faith in him, given him the platform to shine and develop into the player we see today.

Cesc spoke about the foundations being in place to make Arsenal one of the best teams in the world and I could not help but agree. He is absolutely correct, we have the foundations in place and that is due to the wonderful work by Arsene Wenger. Luckily it was Cesc who spoke and not the manager as I am sure his words would have been torn to shreds today. Whoever spoke is irrelevant, the content is what matters. The foundations are clear and we must build on what we have and not allow parts of it to be torn down to be built back up again.

Barcelona have said that Cesc is worth less than last year due to wear and tear. What is he a car? This could once again be a public move from broke back Barca to try and prize our captain away on the cheap so only time will once again tell.

One player hardly spoken about is that of Gael Clichy and as much as I love the fella, we could cope if a first teamer was to leave, as long as we bought an able replacement. Our creative players would be far harder to replace.

So with our key components likely to be at Arsenal next season, the other interesting news is that of possible arrivals into the club. I say possible but it seems as if they are more than likely judging by the rumours and reports.

The Gervinho deal is all but done whilst we wait for Chris Samba to agree terms on a deal that will see him become an Arsenal player. Not only this but we will apparently have Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain on July 1st.

If these deals are all true and to be honest I cannot breathe with all the smoke going round then you have to say that the club mean business this season. Usually we sell before we buy. It has been an Arsenal thing for many years, even before Wenger so lower your sticks.

There are still rumours lurking around about Gary Cahill and Wenger still being interested in signing him. That I cannot believe. Not only because Cahill is hugely overpriced for only one year on his contract but what on earth is Wenger supposed to do with five or six central defenders?

Any manager worth their salt will tell you that keeping your center back partnership together as much as possible is vitally important for continuity. Mass rotation in that position would be almost suicide. Even if you sold Squillaci, you are left with five players who would all want to play regular football because they are internationals.

Vermaelen
Koscielny
Djourou
Samba
Cahill

Not to mention the likes of Miguel and Bartley who are coming through very well. It doesn’t sound realistic to me. Many are suggesting that we move Thomas Vermaelen to left back but I just do not see that working in our system. I am sure he can do a job there, in fact he has played there for Ajax on many occasions but at Arsenal our full backs are required to be mobile and dynamic, sprinting forward to support our attacks whilst having the speed and energy to get back and defend. I do not see Vermaelen being that type of player. If he was to play full back, it would more than likely be in a 4-4-2, in a more compact and defensively minded side.

There are grumbles about the probable signing of Gervinho and I would suggest waiting until he plays for us before jumping for joy or crying into your cornflakes. He managed to score 15 goals along with 10 assists for a league winning team. We have watched him for a long time now so let us see what happens.

I remember plenty of people frowning about the signing of a certain Thomas Vermaelen. He was not tall enough, playing in an inferior league etc etc. The rest as they say is history.

The Premier League fixtures are out tomorrow and according to leaks on Twitter (sorry, cannot remember the source now) we could well be facing Newcastle United away on the first day of the season. Some much needed revenge me thinks.

Prediction: We lead 4-0 at half time, Gervinho scoring all four goals and looking like an improved version of Messi whilst at the other end Chris Samba single handedly blocks every shot, wins every header whilst his defensive team mates have a cuppa and a chat on the center circle and in the second half we don’t concede four goals.

Ok, the last bit was a little far fetched I know.

Back tomorrow.