The Arsenal legend insists his former manager is the best manager Arsenal can get.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger
Arsenal legend Robert Pires has offered his backing to Arsene Wenger, telling Goal he believes he is the best manager for the Gunners.
The Frenchman is coming under increasing pressure at the beginning of this campaign over his lack of movement in the transfer window.
While the likes of Manchester City and Manchester United have spent vast sums to ensure they are title challengers, Granit Xhaka is the only major arrival at the Emirates so far.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger looks dejected
That has infuriated the Gunners faithful, who are fearful that their side will be left behind this season.
Pires has offered his backing to his former manager though, insisting his aim is always to win the Premier League.
“I believe always in Arsene Wenger,” he told Goal.
“He is doing well for a very long time. I know Arsene, the first objective when he starts the season is always to win the title. For me he’s the best manager for Arsenal.”
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger before the start of the match
It will now be interesting to see if Wenger goes out and spends money before the end of the transfer window as a response to the current criticism.
His team does not need a complete overhaul by any means but certainly requires one or two signings to ensure they can at least challenge for a top four place.
The issue will be that prices are only likely to keep rising and it seems unlikely that Wenger will pay over the odds, despite the current anger directed his way.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger
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