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.
