It is interesting though as that is also how Arteta started his Arsenal career. Tightening the defence while our scoring dropped a lot compared to how it was during the Emery era.

A slight issue is of course that they are not independent of each other, asserting more control through reduced risk also gives less rewards. I guess that it’s about finding the right balance though.

Wasn’t Djouro quite good during the 10/11 season or possibly the one after?

Djouro and Senders as well.