Arsenal broke with tradition by making a big signing on transfer deadline day, with striker Danny Welbeck completing a £16m move from Premier League rivals Manchester United at the 11th hour.
With striker Olivier Giroud injured, Welbeck is likely to be a key player very quickly, as a part of this hugely impressive side:
GK) Wojciech Szczesny
Goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is yet to really be challenged by David Ospina for his shirt.
RB) Mathieu Debuchy
Right back Mathieu Debuchy has settled in well since his summer move to the club from Newcastle United.
CB) Laurent Koscielny
Frenchman Koscielny is one half of a strong and established central defensive pairing.
CB) Per Mertesacker
Big World Cup winner Per Mertesacker has formed a strong partnership with Koscielny at the heart of the back line.
LB) Kieran Gibbs
Currently out injured, Kieran Gibbs is clear first choice at left back when fully fit.
CM) Mikel Arteta
Mikel Arteta has been named as Arsenal captain this summer after the departure of Thomas Vermaelen and will be first choice holding midfielder.
CM) Aaron Ramsey
Ramsey’s midfield drive and ability to provide goals has become a vital part of Arsene Wenger’s system at the Emirates Stadium.
ARM) Theo Walcott
Currently ruled out with a serious injury, Walcott was in fine form during the first half of last season and should return when fit.
ACM) Mesut Ozil
Playmaker Mesut Ozil will have plenty of attacking options to look to create for after the signing of Welbeck.
ALM) Alexis Sanchez
Explosive Chilean winger Alexis Sanchez is starting to find his feet at Arsenal following a summer move from Barcelona.
SC) Danny Welbeck
New £16m striker Danny Welbeck will lead the line for Arsenal in the absence of Olivier Giroud, with Yaya Sanogo having failed to grasp his opportunity.
