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Pogba is rated as possibly the finest young player in the world and has flourished into a superb box - to - box midfielder since moving to Turin on a free transfer from Manchester United, where Pogba had grown frustrated with a lack of playing opportunities under former Old Trafford manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Formerly of Tottenham, Luka Modric has shone since moving from the Premier League to La Liga and remains one of the best midfielders in the world.

The Juventus midfielder is widely regarded as one of the best young players in the world at the moment, having enjoyed a meteoric rise to prominence since making the move to Turin from Old Trafford back in 2012.

This is an incredibly difficult question to answer for a variety of reasons, most importantly because over the years our once vaunted «beautiful» style of play has become a shadow of it's former self, only to be replaced by a less than stellar «plug and play» mentality where players play out of position and adjustments / substitutions are rarely forthcoming before the 75th minute... if you look at our current players, very few would make sense in the traditional Wengerian system... at present, we don't have the personnel to move the ball quickly from deep - lying position, efficient one touch midfielders that can make the necessary through balls or the disciplined and pacey forwards to stretch defences into wide positions, without the aid of the backs coming up into the final 3rd, so that we can attack the defensive lanes in the same clinical fashion we did years ago... on this current squad, we have only 1 central defender on staf, Mustafi, who seems to have any prowess in the offensive zone or who can even pass two zones through so that we can advance play quickly out of our own end (I have seen some inklings that suggest Holding might have some offensive qualities but too early to tell)... unfortunately Mustafi has a tendency to get himself in trouble when he gets overly aggressive on the ball... from our backs out wide, we've seen pace from the likes of Bellerin and Gibbs and the spirited albeit offensively stunted play of Monreal, but none of these players possess the skill - set required in the offensive zone for the new Wenger scheme which requires deft touches, timely runs to the baseline and consistent crossing, especially when Giroud was playing and his ratio of scored goals per clear chances was relatively low (better last year though)... obviously I like Bellerin's future prospects, as you can't teach pace, but I do worry that he regressed last season, which was obvious to Wenger because there was no way he would have used Ox as the right side wing - back so often knowing that Barcelona could come calling in the off - season, if he thought otherwise... as for our midfielders, not a single one, minus the more confident Xhaka I watched played for the Swiss national team a couple years ago, who truly makes sense under the traditional Wenger model... Ramsey holds onto the ball too long, gives the ball away cheaply far too often and abandons his defensive responsibilities on a regular basis (doesn't score enough recently to justify): that being said, I've always thought he does possess a little something special, unfortunately he thinks so too... Xhaka is a little too slow to ever boss the midfield and he tends to telegraph his one true strength, his long ball play: although I must admit he did get a bit better during some points in the latter part of last season... it always made me wonder why whenever he played with Coq Wenger always seemed to play Francis in a more advanced role on the pitch... as for Coq, he is way too reckless at the wrong times and has exhibited little offensive prowess yet finds himself in and around the box far too often... let's face it Wenger was ready to throw him in the trash heap when injuries forced him to use Francis and then he had the nerve to act like this was all part of a bigger Wenger constructed plan... he like Ramsey, Xhaka and Elneny don't offer the skills necessary to satisfy the quick transitory nature of our old offensive scheme or the stout defensive mindset needed to protect the defensive zone so that our offensive players can remain aggressive in the final third... on the front end, we have Ozil, a player of immense skill but stunted by his physical demeanor that tends to offend, the fact that he's been played out of position far too many times since arriving and that the players in front of him, minus Sanchez, make little to no sense considering what he has to offer (especially Giroud); just think about the quick counter-attack offence in Real or the space and protection he receives in the German National team's midfield, where teams couldn't afford to focus too heavily on one individual... this player was a passing «specialist» long before he arrived in North London, so only an arrogant or ignorant individual would try to reinvent the wheel and / or not surround such a talent with the necessary components... in regards to Ox, Walcott and Welbeck, although they all possess serious talents I see them in large part as headless chickens who are on the injury table too much, lack the necessary first - touch and / or lack the finishing flair to warrant their inclusion in a regular starting eleven; I would say that, of the 3, Ox showed the most upside once we went to a back 3, but even he became a bit too consumed by his pending contract talks before the season ended and that concerned me a bit... if I had to choose one of those 3 players to stay on it would be Ox due to his potential as a plausible alternative to Bellerin in that wing - back position should we continue to use that formation... in Sanchez, we get one of the most committed skill players we've seen on this squad for some years but that could all change soon, if it hasn't already of course... strangely enough, even he doesn't make sense given the constructs of the original Wenger offensive model because he holds onto the ball too long and he will give the ball up a little too often in the offensive zone... a fact that is largely forgotten due to his infectious energy and the fact that the numbers he has achieved seem to justify the means... finally, and in many ways most crucially, Giroud, there is nothing about this team or the offensive system that Wenger has traditionally employed that would even suggest such a player would make sense as a starter... too slow, too inefficient and way too easily dispossessed... once again, I think he has some special skills and, at times, has showed some world - class qualities but he's lack of mobility is an albatross around the necks of our offence... so when you ask who would be our best starting 11, I don't have a clue because of the 5 or 6 players that truly deserve a place in this side, 1 just arrived, 3 aren't under contract beyond 2018 and the other was just sold to Juve... man, this is theraputic because following this team is like an addiction to heroin without the benefits

TWO WEEKS IN AND IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SEASON??????????? Did this man learn nothing from previous years??? Everybody in the world has known since Jesus was a boy that we need a strong competent and commanding defensive midfielder, a Centre - back to bolster the existing defence, and an out and out goalscoreIN AND IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SEASON??????????? Did this man learn nothing from previous years??? Everybody in the world has known since Jesus was a boy that we need a strong competent and commanding defensive midfielder, a Centre - back to bolster the existing defence, and an out and out goalscoreIN THE MIDDLE OF THE SEASON??????????? Did this man learn nothing from previous years??? Everybody in the world has known since Jesus was a boy that we need a strong competent and commanding defensive midfielder, a Centre - back to bolster the existing defence, and an out and out goalscorein the world has known since Jesus was a boy that we need a strong competent and commanding defensive midfielder, a Centre - back to bolster the existing defence, and an out and out goalscorer.

The former Spurs star has been instrumental since his move from north London many seasons ago, with the midfielder managing to establish himself as one of the best in the world during his time at Madrid.

The skillful attacker has been at the club since 2010, establishing himself as one of the best midfielders in the world, though he is another who was thought to be considering his future at the club with the imminent arrival of Gareth Bale from Tottenham.

Arsenal have been talking with the World Cup winning midfielder since last season, and have seemed no nearer to agreeing a new contract, and now the owner's son Josh has had to step - in to try and prevent his exit.

No matter how you slice it, this admission is reason enough for termination of both Wenger and Gazidis... this owner, who has personally poisoned every major sporting organization he currently owns in North America (Rams, Avalanche & Nuggets), has no regard for the concerns of the fans, just ask anyone in St. Louis, home of the once - vaunted «Greatest Show on Earth»... they had to endure numerous losing campaigns under his reign, before suffering the ultimate humiliation, as he moved the team to Los Angeles to quench his seemingly unending financial thirst... do you think it's a coincidence that ever since his arrival both Wenger and Gazidis have made grand claims each and every May to secure season ticket sales then fail to live up to the billing... they will do anything to make money except the very things that would make the most sense from a soccer perspective: buying a world - class striker since RVP, a Viera - like boss in the midfield and a dominant, physical CB in the mold of Adams or Sol... let's face it, they didn't even try

It's no surprise that Tottenham have been in turmoil ever since his departure — he's a world class central midfielder.

we faced them twice without loosing against them beating them in d process, world class matic was in chelsea team we dominated and annihilated @ fa cup finals, with matic making zero successful tackles and was a liability all tru d duration of d match, was ran over by our midfielders like ever, lukaku was in Everton team we beat 3; 0 even with 10 men, even with Mert @ our back he couldn't even smell a goal, the way we ridicule our players is terrible, to some dudes here all we have is bunch of idiots, parading as players, what a pathetic bunch of ingrates, between Sanchez and walcot last season we have 49 goals and numerous assists, how many goals has Rashford and Martial scored since last season that makes they super stars?

The Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey may have only played a couple of half games for the Gunners since returning from his hamstring injury sustained in our opening match against Liverpool, but he is certain to start tonight for Wales against Serbia in the crucial World Cup Qualifying game.

Pogba began his senior career at United, but was let go by the Red Devils in 2012 and has since gone on to become one of the finest midfielders in the world game.

This is very interesting.I look at the number of striking options in our team and i wonder how Wenger will be signing a cf.However as i keep saying a cf is a need not a want.And needs are more important than wants.We have needed a World class cf since Robin Van P. Left.Just look at the feeling you get when you have a world class goalkeeper e.g Cech in the team.You feel relieved you know why?Its because the goalkeeper is very reliable, very talented and consistent.Imagine the feeling you would have when having a world class cf in the team.You feel very relieved you know why?its because the cf is very consistent, is super talented, will at most times finish off chances and will mostly create moments of magic.Arsenal need a world class cf so as to have that sense of reliability and to not put too much pressure on the midfield to always create chances for them.We neeed that consistency infront of goal to excel.Right now arsenal's centre forwards are very inconsistent, unreliable at most times and are not very clinical.We need a world class striker so that at least if the team is not performing he can take control and do something out of nothing.You need to understand the benefits of having a world class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faWorld class cf since Robin Van P. Left.Just look at the feeling you get when you have a world class goalkeeper e.g Cech in the team.You feel relieved you know why?Its because the goalkeeper is very reliable, very talented and consistent.Imagine the feeling you would have when having a world class cf in the team.You feel very relieved you know why?its because the cf is very consistent, is super talented, will at most times finish off chances and will mostly create moments of magic.Arsenal need a world class cf so as to have that sense of reliability and to not put too much pressure on the midfield to always create chances for them.We neeed that consistency infront of goal to excel.Right now arsenal's centre forwards are very inconsistent, unreliable at most times and are not very clinical.We need a world class striker so that at least if the team is not performing he can take control and do something out of nothing.You need to understand the benefits of having a world class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faworld class goalkeeper e.g Cech in the team.You feel relieved you know why?Its because the goalkeeper is very reliable, very talented and consistent.Imagine the feeling you would have when having a world class cf in the team.You feel very relieved you know why?its because the cf is very consistent, is super talented, will at most times finish off chances and will mostly create moments of magic.Arsenal need a world class cf so as to have that sense of reliability and to not put too much pressure on the midfield to always create chances for them.We neeed that consistency infront of goal to excel.Right now arsenal's centre forwards are very inconsistent, unreliable at most times and are not very clinical.We need a world class striker so that at least if the team is not performing he can take control and do something out of nothing.You need to understand the benefits of having a world class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faworld class cf in the team.You feel very relieved you know why?its because the cf is very consistent, is super talented, will at most times finish off chances and will mostly create moments of magic.Arsenal need a world class cf so as to have that sense of reliability and to not put too much pressure on the midfield to always create chances for them.We neeed that consistency infront of goal to excel.Right now arsenal's centre forwards are very inconsistent, unreliable at most times and are not very clinical.We need a world class striker so that at least if the team is not performing he can take control and do something out of nothing.You need to understand the benefits of having a world class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faworld class cf so as to have that sense of reliability and to not put too much pressure on the midfield to always create chances for them.We neeed that consistency infront of goal to excel.Right now arsenal's centre forwards are very inconsistent, unreliable at most times and are not very clinical.We need a world class striker so that at least if the team is not performing he can take control and do something out of nothing.You need to understand the benefits of having a world class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faworld class striker so that at least if the team is not performing he can take control and do something out of nothing.You need to understand the benefits of having a world class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faworld class cf its not just about goals or talent but about being a leader of the attack, a strong scoring mentality and also the will to be consistent.World class cf's give your attack the ish faWorld class cf's give your attack the ish factor.

Oscar has since become a major player at Stamford Bridge, showing himself to be one of the best young attacking midfielders in the world, though it seems there is some possibility of him leaving the club this summer.

The former Stoke man has become one of the best defensive midfielders in the world ever since moving to Spain, and would offer a lot of solidity.

It was the Dutchman who switched him to centre midfield, and, since then, he has proven himself as one of the best midfielders in the world.

Since moving to the Italian giants from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer of 2011, the 27 - year - old has taken his game to a whole new level and is now considered by many as the best box - to - box midfielder in the world.

Having already enjoyed a successful campaign in Spain's top flight with Sevilla the former U20 World Champion has fitted into Champions League - chasing Valencia's midfield like a glove, scoring 4 goals (including one against Real Madrid, at the Bernabeu, on his debut) and providing 1 assist since signing on loan in the deal that sent Joao Cancelo in the other direction.

The midfielder was promoted to the first - team setup by Martin Jol just after the World Cup and has since morphed into Dutch football's biggest talent, revelling in the spotlight after transforming into a world - class star from the same academy De Boer was produced from, under his manageWorld Cup and has since morphed into Dutch football's biggest talent, revelling in the spotlight after transforming into a world - class star from the same academy De Boer was produced from, under his manageworld - class star from the same academy De Boer was produced from, under his management.

Since the departure of Javier Mascherno six years ago, Liverpool have not had a world class defensive midfielder in the squad.

Frank Lebouef (Actor): The former Chelsea midfielder and World Cup winner has gone on to take part in an Oscar nominated film since he ended his playing career.

The Gunners have had some excellent central midfielders since he left in 2005, but none of them possessed the aura and all - round ability of the 1998 World Cup winner.

3) The Dakar - born midfielder has racked up 13 caps for his nation and featured in the side that narrowly missed out on securing World Cup qualification for the first time since 2002, losing 4 - 2 on aggregate to Didier Drogba's Ivory Coast.

Since then, having won the World Cup with his country and Champions League titles with Madrid, Kroos has established a reputation as one of the finest midfielders in world footWorld Cup with his country and Champions League titles with Madrid, Kroos has established a reputation as one of the finest midfielders in world footworld football.

Since joining Arsenal just prior to the 2006 World Cup in Germany, the Czech midfielder has stumbled from injury to injury, eventually culminating in a peculiar problem that has seen him sidelined since January 2008, a full 14 moSince joining Arsenal just prior to the 2006 World Cup in Germany, the Czech midfielder has stumbled from injury to injury, eventually culminating in a peculiar problem that has seen him sidelined since January 2008, a full 14 mosince January 2008, a full 14 months.

The former Chelsea midfielder and World Cup winner has gone on to take part in an Oscar nominated film since he ended his playing career.

Pique remains but drifts in and out of form, Mascherano is a definite asset but strikes me as more comfortable in the defensive midfield role he took at Liverpool, Alba remains one of the best left backs in the world and Umiti seems to be settling very well since his summer move.