Is Wenger’s legacy simply this young core of English talent

It will act as Arsene Wenger’s biggest and most obvious parting gift to the club and its supporters when he finally leaves: the image of five youngsters, all of British nationality, lined up to sign new long-term contracts. A few weeks later, the one most had been waiting for had been sealed and delivered; Theo Walcott was tied down to the club for the next three seasons. As with the dawn of most eras, this young group of British players should signal something exciting for Arsenal, yet it’s far from the legacy Wenger will leave. It’s a smaller makeup of his impact in north London, from the post-Anelka funded training ground, to the current stadium. The Jack Wilshere-led British project is just a minor subplot in what Wenger has offered Arsenal. ... Read More