With Jack Wilshere already sidelined, the news that Mikel Arteta could be out for up to eight weeks is not good news for Arsene Wenger. After yet another succesful qualification campaign through the divisional section of the Champions League this week, spirits should be high at the Emirates. But with Arteta’s injury against Borussia Dortmund on wednesday proving to be worse than first expected, there will be worried brows amongst the backroom staff.
According to The Telegraph, Wenger is considering reviving his interest in French international, Yohan Cabaye to fill the gap in central midfield from January.
Since a 19million move to Paris Saint Germaine from Newcastle in January of this year, Cabaye has been unable to hold down a secure place in Laurent Blanc’s starting XI. This has naturally sparked doubt as to whether the 28-year-old will remain on French soil.
With Liverpool and Manchester United also reportedly interested, Arsenal will have to move fast. Wenger has a £20million budget in January to strengthen his depleted squad, but any more injuries this side of Christmas will surely mean that figure will have to be raised.
Written by Michael Horne
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