Arsenal: 3 Mikel Arteta manager replacements – ranked

1. Luis Enrique – Spain National Team

A third consecutive Spaniard at the helm!

Luis Enrique would be the statement signing the Kroenke’s or Daniel Ek could make. It would show ambition that has been lacking for decades at the club. Enrique has proven himself at the highest levels of European competition, both as a club and now a national team manager.

After Pep Guardiola left Barcelona, many questions were asked over who could possibly fill his shoes after the Spanish club dominated La Liga, and Europe, for years. Enrique answered those calls, posed even more question and answered those too. The trophy cabinet backs that up. A clear gameplan, a willingness to attack and tactical nous are hallmarks of Enrique’s managerial profile.

He has experience aplenty and, most importantly, he knows how to win. His time at Barcelona was marked by success after success. He won nine trophies during his time with La Blaugrana,  including two La Liga crown, a Champions League and three Copa del Rey titles.

Why any of these managers would want to come to Arsenal remains to be seen. That’s another question entirely, especially in Enrique’s case as he prepares for the European Championships.

The entire club is in chaos, from the top to the bottom. The words of the Kroenke’s are empty. Years have passed and fans have yet to ‘be excited’. All of these managers are under contract and would require fees to move, not least plenty of convincing with funds available to them hardly set to tickle the taste buds.

It is well past time for the Kroenke’s to put their money where their mouth is.