A_Gooner_Matata
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DOUBLE-YOU said:Personally i think the majority of the teams in the premier league would prefer to play against Nasri than Diaby. As mentioned before Diaby has more stature/presence; he can't be bullied on the pitch. One moment which stood out for me in the game was seeing him sloping down the right wing with rooney trying his hardest to catch him up... but was always just too far behind. You won't get that with Nasri or Rosicky.
When teams play against Arsenal, they know we attack centrally, so they congest the middle of the park. Diaby's dribbling ability allows us to find ways through tight situations. Yes his decision making is sometimes wrong or he dwells on the ball too long, but his control in confined areas can be critical in tight matches.
I'd go as far as saying Cesc, Diaby and Song would be our most complete midfield trio because of the differing elements they all possess.
I think that's true. But I also think that most of the Premier League will get a huge shock when Nasri starts to properly fulfill his potential. He's going to be an awesome player imo.