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Arsene Wenger facing defence crisis with Mertesacker and Gabriel injured
The N FC crew discuss Arsenal's dwindling options in central defence. The N FC crew discuss Arsenal's dwindling options in central defence. When Per Mertesacker picked up a serious injury in Arsenal's preseason game against Lens on July 22, it became even more apparent that the club had to sign a central defender. The need was obvious. Boss Arsene Wenger seemed unsure of who should partner Laurent Koscielny last season. When Mertesacker was sent off for a foul on Diego Costa against Chelsea, it opened the door for Brazilian Gabriel Paulista to stake his claim. He was given a run in the side but never fully convinced, and given Mertesacker is in the final year of his contract -- with no new...
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