28 Mar 2013 17:01:17
I feel sorry for Diaby, if he did not have so many injuries he could have become a world class player. However he has earned more money at the age of 26 than most people in the world will earn in their lifetime and he has played for Arsenal and his country in some amazing games - something that millions dream of. So we have to keep it in perspective. I think Arsenal should buy out his contract and get a great DM in his place and push on.

Hopefully Diaby can get back playing again but I think the reported 9 months is too long for Arsenal to wait for him and his injury history is just too bad for Arsenal to keep faith in him.

It might be that Denilson, Frimpong and Diaby will all leave? let's hope for a world class DM to come in.

Khal Drogo

1.) 28 Mar 2013
Sadly this must mean he is not strong enough for the EPL. An avg 12-13 games per season for the amount we pay him doesn't add up. In any other industry he would be out by now.
It is really sad as he could have been a really great player.
Sagalout

2.) 28 Mar 2013
Just passing on my condolences to Diaby, it's really unfortunate he just can't put a string of games together. He's looked excellent at times when fully fit.

This is an area Arsenal really have to address in the transfer window now, Wanyama is a must for you guys IMO. Wanyama, Wilshere & Cazorla could be a lethal midfield trio with a mix of all attributes.

HB

3.) 28 Mar 2013
It is a shame but this latest setback is surely the last straw. We all know how much AW rates Diaby but now is the time to be ruthless. Sack him off Wenger.

4.) 28 Mar 2013
I would love to keep him on a pay as you play basis

5.) 28 Mar 2013
I agree, Wanyama, Wilshere and Cazorla would be amazing.

Khal Drogo

6.) 28 Mar 2013
Part of being an effective DM is to be able to cope with the rough and tumble of games. Diaby has shown glimpses of class but his body can't match the demands of the EPL. Time to move on.

7.) 28 Mar 2013
9 months now would bring us in the January transfer window. i'm guessing the press conference will go something like this

i believe in this squad
if the quality is out there then we will strengthen
its not easy to buy in January
we have Diaby coming back from injury which is like a new signing

poor old Diaby, I think your time is up my friend. sad though he has the talent

1404

8.) 28 Mar 2013
It's a shame. but sadly not unexpected. That was a risk that has bitten AW where it hurts. Now he's forced to go after a holding MF in the transfer market. Hopefully it'll be Wanyama.