Last season his performances saw him named in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year. However, Wenger has repeatedly been linked with the 28-year-old striker. Yet again, he was another who swapped positions, from defensive midfield to centre-half, and the decision reaped instant rewards. He added: They are doing well, but they need another strategic direction. Its a decision at a high level because I am very happy with both of our keepers. The strike clinched Arsenals second Double in four years. ow to eight points could already spell the end of the title ambitions of each club. Wiltord wins it2001-02: Manchester United 0 Arsenal 1Simon Wilkinson Pictures27Sylvain Wiltord'. axed Rooney’s recent dismal displays further prove?the irreversible decline of the England captain and it could finally be time for Mourinho to drop him. But he raised concerns over his whereabouts last May when organisers of the ten-year anniversary for.