arsenal Maybe a better team than they were a few years ago, but as things stand, their season feels like it’s on the verge of collapse.

Mikel Arteta Side may be second Premier League But sit Six points behind leaders Liverpoolwho has a game on his hands. On top of that, they may have just given up their chance to win a championship League Cup.

The Gunners hosted Newcastle United in the first leg and, despite falling 2-0 early in the second half, the manager did not activate any of his summer signings, including Mikel Merinowho started in the draw against Brighton at the weekend.

The Spain international is likely to turn things around, but he has struggled to impress fans so far this season, so recent reports that the club have been linked with another midfielder this month should not be disheartening People are surprised.

Arsenal target former Premier League star

according to A recent report from SpainArsenal are among several teams interested in signing the Juventus ace Douglas Lewis this month.

As well as the Gunners, reports also reveal that Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham are all interested in the Brazilian star, who joins Old lady sells for £42m in summer After years of impressive performances for Aston Villa.

However, the versatile midfielder found himself out of favor in Turin, Only played 354 minutes He has made 13 appearances so far and reports suggest the north Londoners are keen to bring him back to England on a short-term loan.

It could be a complicated deal, especially if another club comes forward with a permanent offer, but given Luiz’s stellar performances at Villa over the years, it’s one worth pursuing, even if it risks costing Merino Come to trouble.

How does Louise compare to Merino wool?

Well, while Luiz can play as a six and eight on a team, the combination of Declan Rice and Thomas Partey is already in the team, and his attacking prowess will almost certainly make He plays the latter role in north London and could join Arsenal this month if he wishes.

So, as brutal as it may be, he will then be competing with the Merinos for a place in the team, a game that many in England will be backing him to win.

Still, how do we compare them to determine who is the real ideal left-eighth starter for Arteta and his teammates?

Well, considering neither has played as much, or been as good, this season, the best way to address this question is to compare their underlying numbers from last season, as both players were regular starters and ball-players. important member of the team. their respective teams.

Unfortunately for the former Real Sociedad star, when we do, it’s a matter of “hitting the box” for the Brazilian because Voiced by analyst Ben Martinsonwho comes out on top and leads by a certain margin.

For example, the former Villa star is a winner on most relevant metrics, including but not limited to expected and actual non-penalty goals plus assists, improved ball handling, finishing, passing accuracy, key passes and passes, shots and shots into the penalty area. Goal-creating actions, interceptions, etc., are all counted as 90 points.

In addition to having better underlying numbers, the Rio de Janeiro-born dynamo also boasts higher returns, scoring Ten goals and ten assists 53 appearances, which equates to an average of one goal every 2.65 games.

In contrast, the Spaniards scored 8 goals and 5 assists Played 45 games for Real Sociedad and scored a goal every 3.46 games, which is stable but not very impressive.

“Knowing how effective he is in the Premier League.

So if the north Londoners are given the opportunity to sign the Brazilian on a short-term loan this month, they must take it.

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