g players in January or next summer…a problem should they wish to replace Benzema. It is one thing getting yourself up for matches against the big boys, quite another to play at the same intensity against one of the minnows. but that shows the regard he was held inRobert PiresTricky, skilful and occasionally moody might be words to describe Robert Pires during his six years at Arsenal (now who does that remind you of in the current Gunners’ ranks). t, and after becoming disillusioned with the London life, he opted for a move to Spain. EPA5Karim Benzema has long been admired by Arsene WengerGetty Images5The French striker is a £40million Arsenal targetBut there are a few stumbling blocks. 5million from Atletico Mineiro in 2002, and he went on to captain the side on numerous occasions during a six-year stay in north London. yer really going to catch fireReuters6Paul Pogba has the skills to leave everyone trailing in his wakeWe caught a glimpse of what he is capable of against Watford. TWO months into the season and already Hatem Ben Arfa finds himself an isolated figure in the Paris-Saint Germain dressing room. A lot of things were going through my mind, he said when reflecting on his big chance. ps down on Peter Schmeichel with two feet after being offsideTHIS was Wengers first home match against United — and he soon realised what this fixture was all about.