We're fast approaching the half way point of the season and it has been a mixed bag for Arsenal.
They are in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup, and despite some testing fixtures they're in a good place to qualify in the Champions League. In the Premier League though they have failed to find the consistency with which they ended last season.
Injuries have played their part as the Gunners have been struck terribly. Form is key too though. Here's a look at how the Arsenal players have got on individually so far this season.
David Raya: There's a strong argument that David Raya is Arsenal's player of the season so far. The Spaniard has been superb this season, bailing his teammates out time and again. 9.
Neto: Quite hard to rate someone who hasn't kicked a ball yet. Signing a cup tied goalkeeper still feels baffling but here's hoping he can play a part in the FA Cup. n/a.
Takehiro Tomiyasu: The Japanese international has been desperately unlucky this season. Hopefully he can have a bit more fortune with injuries in 2025. n/a.
Ben White: Prior to his surgery White was having a solid season starring at right back and filling in superbly at centre back in the middle against Liverpool despite struggling with injuries. The hope will be that he come back fit and firing in the second half of the campaign. 7.
Jurrien Timber: We wondered what we were missing with Jurrien Timber out for the whole of last season. We've certainly found out this year in what has been a stellar campaign. 8.
William Saliba: The Frenchman had a low point with his red card against Bournemouth. Aside from that he has dealt superbly with the constant changing around him in defence and had a good season. 8.
Gabriel: He has been superb defensively but the reason Arsenal are so good at set pieces is because they have a real weapon in Gabriel. He's been outstanding. 9.
Jakub Kiwior: In substitute appearances covering for Saliba and Gabriel, Kiwior didn't quite convince. But from the start the Pole has done a fine job of filling in. He gets far more stick than he deserves. 7.
Oleksandr Zinchenko: It's been a tough season for the Ukrainian. He's been behind 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly in the pecking order on occasion and lost his regular starting spot completely. He has been decent when he has played but injuries have meant that has been too few and far between. 5.
Riccardo Calafiori: It's been a stop start debut campaign for Calafiori. He arrived injured, and just as he was starting to get a bit of rhythm in the team he got injured all over again. He's shown signs of being a solid addition to the backline though. 7.
Myles Lewis-Skelly: The biggest compliment you can give Lewis-Skelly is that we've barely noticed his age. Iconically booked before even making his debut, the Hale Ender is a fan favourite who has a bright future ahead at Arsenal despite mounds of competition at left back. 8.
Kieran Tierney: This season will be his last at the Emirates. His start against Palace was a reminder of the ability he has and a fond farewell to the Arsenal fans. n/a.
Thomas Partey: Having largely avoided injury this season, Partey has reminded us of his capabilities at the base of midfield. He has filled in well at right back, but looks much more comfortable in the centre. 8.
Jorginho: It's largely been a bit-part role for Jorginho this season, but in big games he's stepped up. His performance against Tottenham stands out. 6.
Declan Rice: Play him in any position and Declan Rice will dominate the midfield. His red card against Brighton remains ridiculous and the fact that he has played this well despite struggling with injury is testament to the quality he possesses. 8.
Mikel Merino: It feels as though we're still waiting to see what Mikel Merino has to offer Arsenal. He was cruelly injured in his first training session and has taken time to catch up. Here's hoping for a more influential 2025. 6.
Martin Odegaard: Sometimes you don't know what you've got till it's gone and that's proved to be the case for Martin Odegaard. The Norwegian was sorely missed in his injury absence. His impact since coming back has been transformative. 8.
Raheem Sterling: Yet to really shine in an Arsenal shirt and has looked off the pace with his off the ball work. The fact he's been regularly overlooked by Arteta when the Gunners are chasing a goal speaks volumes. 5.
Bukayo Saka: What is there to say that hasn't already been said about this man. He's found a consistent goal and assist output that has taken him to an even higher level than he was last season. His absence could be fatal to Arsenal's title hopes. That shows you just how good he is. 9.
Gabriel Martinelli: It's been a frustrating season in large parts for Martinelli. Too often he has felt too easy to figure out and it's felt like he's yet to really kick on from that 15-goal season a couple of years ago. Arsenal will need him to step up in Saka's absence though. 6.
Gabriel Jesus: It's hard not to be impacted by recency bias with Jesus. Prior to this week he would have received a poor rating but after five goals in two matches he has to be bumped up a touch. Arsenal will be hoping that he can step up and rediscover the form that made him so transformative upon his arrival two and a half years ago. 6.
Kai Havertz: The German started the season in great form, picking up from where he left off last campaign. Recently though he's had a bit of a dip that has coincided with Arsenal's woes up top. He's still a real asset to this team though. 7.
Leandro Trossard: The Belgian has had flashes of brilliance. His red card against Manchester City and below par performances against Fulham and Bournemouth stand out as low points though. A bit more is needed from him if Arsenal are going to achieve what they want in the second half of the season. 6.
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Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Gabriel Jesus with the Arsenal Therapy Dog Win during the Arsenal Men's team group shoot at London Colney on September 18, 2023
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