How we expect the Gunners to look.
Arsenal can move a step closer to the group stage of the 2014/15 Champions League Group Stage as they take on Besiktas in the first-leg of their qualifier.
The Gunners will be the favourites for the tie with their Turkish opponents having only made it this far by virtue of the fact Fenerbahce are banned for European matches.
Here is how CaughtOffside thinks Arsene Wenger’s men will lineup.
GK – Wojciech Szczesny
With David Ospina still out the 24-year-old will have another chance to prove he should be the No.1 goalkeeper.
RB – Mathieu Debuchy
Had a solid first Premier League game for the club on Saturday following his summer switch from Newcastle United and looks like a fine successor to Bacary Sagna.
CB – Calum Chambers
Another new signing now and at 19-years-old plays with a maturity and composure that defies his age, despite operating in central defence as opposed to his usual right-back.
CB – Laurent Koscielny
Has shaken off an Achilles injury that means the France international can resume his role at the back and stops Per Mertesacker being rushed back too early.
LB – Nacho Monreal
With Kieran Gibbs out it will be a rare opportunity for the Spaniard, who has failed to impress thus far during his time in North London.
CM – Mikel Arteta
The newly appointed captain is the anchor in a three-man central midfield that is likely to be experimented with by Wenger over the coming season.
CM – Jack Wilshere
Many are saying this is the year that Wilshere finally needs to prove himself, with the 22-year-old’s progress having been slow since first bursting onto the scene.
CAM – Aaron Ramsey
Had a brilliant campaign in 2013/14 and looks set to continue that trend as the Welshman scored the winner against Crystal Palace at the weekend.
RW – Alexis Sanchez
Became the club’s marquee signing this summer after completing a £35m transfer from FC Barcelona and the Chile international is hugely experienced at this level.
ST – Olivier Giroud
Came off the bench on Saturday to play a big part in Ramsey’s winner, but with fellow striker Yaya Sanogo injured the 27-year-old should resume his role as the No.9.
LW – Santi Cazorla
Completing a formidable attacking line is a Spain international who had an indifferent previous season and will also be looking to prove himself.
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