The Gunners victory against Liverpool will definitely boost Arsenal players and fans confidence for this week Champions League game against Bayern Munich. However, when looking at this season stats, nearly all numbers are in Bayerns favour. Bettingexpert and @dorkkly have put together an infographic in order to give a preview of this match.
Arsenal's defensive improvement has been crucial to their title assault thus far and barring two freak results against City and Liverpool they have conceded just 15 goals in 24 other Premier League games this season. Mertsacker and Koscielny's partnership has, by and large, been the best in the Premier League this season and have kept Arsenal in the hunt. However, with the future of Thomas Vermaelen uncertain and heavy losses coming through a mix of fatigue, off days, lack of protection and little to no back up options Arsène Wenger is seeking defensive reinforcements to challenge Per and Laurent for a place as well as a defensive midfielder.
Spend some money is a command many have directed at Arsène Wenger over the years and with new deals and £120m of cash reserves (see latest financial results) it looks like Arsenal might be able to go big once again this summer.
Today Arsenal Chairman, Sir Chips Keswick, confirmed the board will give full financial support to Arsène Wenger in the transfer market:
