Russian star Andrei Arshavin had already made a name for himself with a sting of incredible showings at Euro 2008, as well as a successful spell at Zenit St.Petersburg, before arriving at the Emirates in January 2009. And things started well for the marquee signing, who played a pivotal role in firing the Gunners to Champions League qualification that season. That stunning start had been personified by a four-goal haul in an unforgettable night at Anfield, but it soon soured for an attacking midfielder who reportedly never settled in London. His form would drop dramatically over the next two-and-a-half years, which resulted in a short loan back to Zenit in 2011/12. Arshavin returned to Arsenal for one last shot at realising his potential, but failed miserably. No contract extension was offered and he soon returned to Zenit once more. There were the odd moment of inspiration, but there really should have offered so much more.
