ARSENE WENGER has admitted that he does not have a ‘Plan B’ at Arsenal… But that is not down to a lack of preparation.
It is simply because the Frenchman says all of his Gunners squad are top-class performers who can impact their fortunes either from the start or bench.
Wenger was commenting on Olivier Giroud’s impact from the bench during last week’s 4-1 victory over Sunderland.
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The striker scored twice to help Arsenal claim another Premier League three points – but his boss insists he is a vital part of his first-team plans and is not considered a back-up option despite his role as sub.
Wenger said: “There is no Plan B in any squad, I never thought about my players like that.
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“The team who is the most effective for the next game, that’s what you pick and I consider everyone as a regular player.
“That is basically what a manager thinks, what is [best] for the next game. If he is involved in the next game in your mind, he plays. If not then he doesn’t start.
“He [Giroud] has shown he is a huge asset for the club and I have always supported him.”
Wenger is spoilt for choice in the attacking department ahead of Sunday’s North London derby against Tottenham.
And he is confident whoever he selects can make a vital contribution, whether that is from the start or off the bench.
Wenger added: “No matter who plays I have a squad of 25 players who are all top class and I think this game, a game of that stature, is not about 11 – it’s about 25.
“Everybody is focused, everybody is ready to contribute and everybody’s contribution will count on Sunday.
“We have shown that recently in the games, the players we have just spoken about, Giroud for example, he came on against Sunderland and made the difference. It just shows that everybody’s contribution will be absolutely vital.”
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