After facing a crucial defeat from Manchester City, Unai Emery has a big job to be done when they face Chelsea on Saturday.
There are some factors Emery needs to consider if he wants to move on from last weekend’s disappointment.
- Matteo Guendouzi or Lucas Torreira?
Frenchman Guendouzi looked overwhelmed and outclassed against Manchester City.
Torreira played just 20 minutes against City and both fans and former Arsenal players were disappointed to see him restricted to a substitute outing. The 22-year-old’s involvement in the World Cup may be linked to Emery leaving him on the bench.
- Will Lacazette and Aubameyang play together?
Arsenal fans have been debating all summer which of Aubameyang and Lacazette will lead the attack and while the Gabon man has the edge, many would like to see them play together.
- The left-back dilemma:
Ainsley Maitland-Niles went off with a knee problem after a collision with Kyle Walker. Stephan Lichsteiner came on out-of-position at left-back but the Swiss veteran cannot be a long-term option in that position.
Nacho Monreal has a knee injury and is not likely to be ready in time to face Chelsea while Sead Kolasinac has a similar problem which will keep him out for two months. Rob Holding and Lichtsteiner are among the candidates, while a defensive-minded midfielder likes Mohamed Elneny could be considered as a last ditch solution.
