Could Serge Aurier be on his way to Arsenal, the prolong delay in regards to Sagna's contract extension looks like it has hit a dead end. With manager Arsène Wenger commenting on the situation as "That is not close to be closed. "I will have to accept it because only he can decide that now. If he goes we will accept it, we will accept it and respond." The long wait suggests that the French man may be on his way out of the Emirates this summer, With Aurier looking likely to be his replacement.
21 Year old Aurier is a highly rated Right Back in French Football, his talent has caught the eye of many of Europe's big club.
The potential departure of Bacary Sagna isn't a thought that sits well with me, I believe that we should do whatever it takes to keep hold of him, as he has a lot to offer the team both on and off the pitch. I often believed that Sagna would be a teacher to Jenkinson schooling him in the right way, so that when he is ready to retire or move onto another club, the change at Right Back is smooth and tidy.
I am a firm believer in if something isn't broken one must not fix it. Likewise the same goes for the Arsenal back four they have been rock solid this season, especially the partnership between Mertesacker and Koscielny the understanding between the two have been second to none, and a joy to watch. Lets not forget Gibbs and Sagna both of which have contributed well in most games. If for once our defense is exceeding all expectations and playing at their best, would it make sense to disrupt that, I think not. Overall the team are now moving in the right direction they are no longer classed as the "Young Gunners", who are prone to making sloppy mistakes, But instead they have plenty of experience and leadership on their sides. The likes of Chamberlain would benefit from having Sagna in the team, whether they play in the same position or not truly doesn't matter. It all comes down to being able to educate the younger players, so that they can shape their game, and erase the fear that they have in them, when it comes to facing up against the big clubs.
In a game between Manchester United and Arsenal Patrice Evra once said "It was 11 men against 11 children. We never doubted ourselves. We have much more experience and that's what made the difference". Now that our boys have grown into men, players like Sagna, Mertesacker and Rosicky offers up the experience that we previous lacked, as things current stand the defense is superb possibly one of the best in the Premier League. I believe that area should be left untouched, instead I believe we should focus on a position that urgently needs adjusting. Like for example Centre Forward, although Giroud has played well this season scoring over 20+ goals, it simply isn't good enough, Giroud would work wonders as a second striker playing behind a Centre Forward. One could only imagine what he could have done if he had the partnership of Robin Van Persie, what some have forgotten is that Giroud was initially brought in to play alongside RVP before he made the switch to United. Giroud I believe is a complementary striker if a top Centre Forward does arrive in the summer, I believe we will see the best of Giroud. If Sagna is to say goodbye to the Emirates I would like to wish him all the best of luck, even if he ends up at the Etihad.
In comparison to Aurier some may say Sagna is the safer and better option, reason being he has years of Premier league experience, he is familiar with the tempo of the league and has adapted well to it. Aurier on the other hand may have the slight advantage in terms of what he offers. As a utility player not only can he defend at Right Back, but he is excellent at driving forward and putting in good crosses, at 5'ft9in he holds a remarkable aerial threat. Now the change from French League 1 side Tolouse to Arsenal is a great difference, so his talent may or may not be showcased in his first season. Take Ozil for example coming from La Liga to the English Premier League got the better of him, although he started off well, midway through the season his game play became extremely sloppy. He isn't to be blamed though playing in La Liga his body had gotten use to having a winter break, the tempo that comes with the Premier league may not have been something that his body was physically prepared for.On the other hand I believe next season he will be outstanding, not only will be retain the rights of being called the assist king, but he will also be in the run in for player of the year.
Remember when Arsène went on to making the signing of Koscielny, pundits all over believed that they too were football managers, and that Arsène insted should be signing Gary Cahill, with all respect to Cahill he does a tremendous job as a Centre Back. But ask any Arsenal fan about Koscielny and they will tell you that he is one of our best signing. Coming from FC Lorient in the French League 1 Koscielny didn't get off to the best of starts, I believe the fans got to witness his true potential from the 2012-13 season, since then he has continued to make improvements to his game, On arrival to Arsenal he was an underdog very few people knew much about him, however he is now regarded as one of the best Centre Back, that to me is an applaudable accomplishment. Similar to Koscielny if he is to sign for Arsenal Aurier will be coming from the league 1 in France. Playing as a Right Back is a demanding job with the tempo of the Premier league he may not be able to hit the ground running with immediate affect. But with his utility at such a young age if he is able to stay focus and work hard, the mastermind of Arsène will empower him to become a great Right Back. With all his potential I do believe Aurier is an excellent successor for Sagna, he has already practice wearing the famous Red and White of Arsenal, come summer he just might be wearing our colours for good.
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