How long does it take for Arsenal to become Arsenal again? Three decent wins against Norwich, Burnley and Wimbledon doesn’t cut it. The club hierarchy hope we will see the best of Mikel Arteta’s team by the end of the season. More likely though, we in for the long haul, the slow rebuild.
Sunday's north London derby is far too early to be season defining but its importance can scarcely be overstated. Arsenal have recovered from their worst start in history and a win would feel like a full-scale crisis properly averted.