Arsenal Confessions - Ten images that represent thoughts of Gooners worldwide

1. Jack Wilshere

Jack Wilshere; the future of Arsenal FC and England. Image credit: http://arsenalconfessions.tumblr.com/

With news spreading about Wilshere’s return being set back yet again to October, Arsenal fans around the world are disappointed that our young star midfielder has been out for more than a season.

His breakthrough season (2010-11) was incredible for a player his age, having made 49 appearances for the club with 3 goals and 9 assists, while fitting in and making key contributions to Arsenal’s challenge for trophies.

2. Pat Rice

Pat Rice’s contribution to the club that is Arsenal will never be forgotten.  Image credit: http://arsenalconfessions.tumblr.com/

It has already been difficult for Arsenal fans to not see the usual combination of Pat Rice and Arsene Wenger on the bench during pre-season, and that feeling will continue to be present throughout the season.

Pat Rice’s contribution to Arsenal FC will never be forgotten, after spending 14 years as an Arsenal player from 1966 to 1980, and then being a part of the Arsenal training setup as a youth team coach, caretaker manager, and assistant manager to Arsene Wenger from 1984 to 2012 – all adding up to a whopping 42 years at the club.