At last, the marquee signing that could get embattled Arsenal supporters back behind Arsene Wenger after a tumultuous summer of frustration and occasional agony. The capture of the Manchester United star would be a true statement of intent and a surefire sign that the Gunners mean business in their hunt for elusive silverware this season. United might end up having to sell Rooney as uncertainty regarding his long-term future continues to drag on toward the climax of the transfer window unresolved and with Chelsea waiting in the wings to swoop, Arsenal could take advantage too. The Gunners have reportedly made fresh enquiries into the availability of the 27-year-old on the impression that if the Premier League champions are railroaded into selling the frustrated star, they may prefer to sell him to them rather than Chelsea. And that's because Arsenal are not viewed as direct title rivals this season. Nevertheless, Rooney is exactly the type of player Wenger has been chasing this summer and success here may just save him his job. Is it time for Wenger to go? Who does he need to sign this summer? Let us know in the comment section, below.
Joseph is an accredited football journalist and has interviewed nearly all of the current 20 Barclay's Premier League managers. He is also a correspondent for Bleacher Report and has written for Caught Offside and Give Me Football.
