Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Lahey View Post
I have no problem with the signing, I will be rooting for this guy to come good.

However Im with Zimm in the sense that it is MADDENING that Wenger always finds himself in this position in January! If he properly filled the squad in the summer, I would have a more positive, confident outlook. By not doing so he has limited the pool/quality of players available to reinforce our title run. That's what is so frustrating! Yes there were reports about us being interested in other players, but that means jack shit at this point. There were quality players available and in positions that we need and Wenger didn't get it done, that's what matters.

Now, I will give WEnger some credit as we are a pretty good side, the table doesn't lie. However, does this team, with Eleny added, have what it takes to see it through? I wouldn't bet on it given history and given the makeup/injuries with our side. Would those who are "optimistic" more so than others, bet on Arsenal to win the league? I cant say that I would at this point just given the transfer window (given we don't sign anyone else) and our history in these situations. I hope I am proven wrong though and will be supporting the team for the run in.
I tend to agree. Wenger took a risk re a DM - and a neutral would have expected him to provide more cover for a crucial position. We were left only with Flamini - which itself was seemingly unplanned given that he was supposed to leave the club in the Summer. On the bright side, though, the weakness of the league has allowed the manager to muddle through. I just hope Elneny is league ready - because if he isn't I don't think our luck will hold out.

Your point about betting is a sound one. I would not bet on us winning the league. If we do it will still be a surprise to me.