Yet another season of mediocrity is looming large over Arsenal in the ongoing season, for the ball isn’t in their court anymore. Out of the League Cup and apparently out of the league title race as well, they face Bayern Munich (do I need to remind their dismal against the German giants?) in the Champions League Round of 16 which implies that the FA Cup is the only gettable silverware which Arsène Wenger is capable of clinching, realistically speaking.
Arsenal fans are one of the noisiest set of fans and have been divided over the tutelage of Wenger. Time and again, they have questioned the stay of the Frenchman at the Emirates Stadium and quite rightfully so, for they have been bereft of the league title for the past twelve years which can turn into thirteen at the end of the season.
With the contract of Monsieur Wenger expiring in the summer and considering that the talks have stalled, one must admit that his days at the red half of North London are severely numbered.
But a question of paramount importance which arises is who would replace the old gaffer?
Thomas Tuchel
Tuchel was absolutely fantastic during his managerial career at the German Bundesliga outfit Mainz but despite showing promises early on at Borussia Dortmund, he has failed to go toe-to-toe with Bayern Munich. Tuchel’s stay at Westfalenstadion is in doubt but he is still valued in gold and is someone who advocates Arsenal’s philosophy of playing an aggressive brand of football, daring to let the bodies surge forward and supports the growth and implementation of the youngsters, something which is really cherished at Arsenal. The fans wouldn’t mind getting him, will they?
Massimiliano Allegri
Max Allegri has reportedly been linked with a move to the North London from Juventus and has fuelled the speculation by refusing to comment on the matter. The Italian took charge of the Old Lady ahead of the 2014-15 campaign and led them to a domestic double and a Champions League Final.
His side are top of the Serie A table. He has tactical soundness, an attitude of making tough calls and being a utility getter from what he has at his disposal. Arguably, Arsenal would be the beneficiary if a change is being made and Allegri is drawn in.
Eddie Howe
A young manager who has been enough to be in the good books of football pundits, Howe is undoubtedly a very good coach and is similar to Wenger in many aspects. His side Bournemouth operate very much like Arsenal; playing through the line, being an attractive side to watch, never refraining from aiming for wins and being a perfect blender of eye-catching football with a tinge of nastiness. However, it would be a risky move from Arsenal to bank upon a relatively inexperienced manager. But wasn’t Wenger signed despite having a low profile two decades back?
