Arshavin urges Wenger to splurge on new signings

ARSENE WENGER isn’t used to being contradicted at Arsenal where his word has virtually become law over the last 13 years.

And after an inspiring start to the season during which his side has struck 10 goals in their opening two league games and broken the back of a challenging Champions League tie with Celtic, the manager could have been forgiven for thinking he can expect an easy ride for the next few days at least.

Wenger, though, is wise enough to know that challenges can come at any time and can sometimes come from within. And that is exactly what has happened after Andrei Arshavin urged his manager to abandon his usual caution in the transfer market and spend before the transfer window closes.