5 Players that should be replaced at Arsenal

Unai Emery, the ravishing Spaniard, has been chosen to replace Arsene Wenger at Arsenal. In my opinion, he is one of the most underrated coaches in Europe. His emphasis on the details will represent a key change of approach in the Gunners gameplay. Only time will tell whether he can make an impact and be a fierce manager.

Emery should be able to rebuild the squad and fix the issues at the earliest to gain the trust of the players, fans and the board alike. But, is the current crop of players good enough to mount a serious threat to their Premier League rivals? After yet another disappointing season, here's a look at five players they should consider replacing.

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#5 Alex Iwobi

Alex Iwobi needs to step out of his comfort zone

Wenger has played a huge role in developing the 22-year-old Nigerian international. But he went through an inconsistent and frustrating season last year, scoring just thrice in the entire season.

In a team where he has to compete with the likes of Ozil, Mkhi, and Rambo, he certainly has no future at this club. He could be a backup option but again, his inconsistency and clueless nature, when going forward, is something that no club can tolerate.

He needs a new perspective and going out on loan would be the most appropriate choice. His confidence is like a deflated balloon and when tasked with making a positive impact, he's all over the place. He may be a young and talented prospect, but he has failed to make a mark on the pitch.

#4 Danny Welbeck

Welbeast needs a fresh start

After two long-term injuries, everyone hoped to see the Welbeast return to his best. Despite working tirelessly to remain in contention, his inability to make an impact on the pitch is something that can't be overlooked.

Scoring just five times this season in the Premier League, he clearly has no future at Arsenal anymore. He is rarely fit and is also way down the pecking order after the arrival of Aubameyang. He has somehow earned himself a spot in the England squad for Russia 2018, but I really don't visualise him even coming off the bench. Restarting his career at a mid-table club seems to be his best option for the moment.

#3 Shkodran Mustafi

Arsenal v Manchester City - Carabao Cup Final - Wembley Stadium

Mustafi is Arsenal's most expensive defender in its rich history but his performance has never ever been consistent. The club failed to offload him during the previous transfer window and his recent performances surely haven't done much to change their minds. His horrendous defending on Sergio Aguero's opening goal at Wembley shows how inconsistent he has been, after arriving at Arsenal.

Though he has all the natural attributes to be an exceptional center back, he has been positionally exploited way too many times. His inconsistency has had a huge impact on Arsenal's dismal performances away from home this season. We won't write him off completely, but he needs to learn from his mistakes and be much much more lethal at the back and very quickly or he will definitely be shown the way out of Emirates.

#2 Petr Cech

At 36, Cech is no longer the best.

Petr Cech will go down as one of the best shot-stoppers ever to grace the field. He has 201 clean sheets to his credit in 436 appearances in the Premier League but the 36-year-old keeper from the Czech Republic, had a very disappointing season last year, making several needless errors and finished the season with just 11 clean sheets.

He has all the experience and understanding of the game but lacks the physical attributes that are very much essential these days. At Chelsea, he always had great support from the defenders, but the story is not at all pretty at Arsenal. Cech being handed the number one shirt does somewhat imply that he will be starting between the sticks next season and that is something Emery should reconsider if they seriously wish to pose a huge threat to their rivals.

#1 Jack Wilshere

Wilshere should leave

This could receive slack from many of my fellow Arsenal supporters but Wilshere needs to move on. It is time to accept that Wilshere hasn't lived up to his billing. He had this whole season to prove his mettle and was given free reign to a starting first-team role and had just a mediocre season.

Plagued by injuries throughout his career, I personally don’t find him good enough to be a bonafide starter anymore. His performance has curtailed quite considerably and is no longer the golden boy for Arsenal.

Under Emery, I really don't believe Wilshere would be part of his plans. Wilshere plays with a lot of passion, in fact, more than any other player in the locker room. But mediocracy needs to stop, for which he needs to be dropped.