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Unai Emery is a man under serious pressure at Arsenal, with plenty of small issues being used as a stick to beat the Spaniard with, as many look for reasons why he should be dismissed.
An article by football.london takes a look at some of the valid problems he is currently dealing with, such as the lack of trust fans have in him and his struggles with the English language.
However, within the latter point, it is mentioned that some young players are gravitating towards assistant manager Freddie Ljungberg, with it being implied that this is down to Emery’s shortcomings.
It can be said that this is taking things out of proportion though, as it is likely this has always been a part of the former winger’s role with the first-team, rather than something that should concern Emery.
The 42-year-old spent last season with the Gunners’ U23s, as per Transfermarkt, meaning he will be a familiar and trusted face for many of those who are new to the first-team fold.
Therefore, one of the clear benefits of having the Swede working alongside Emery is that he will be able to help those very players settle in.
If anything this makes Ljungberg somebody who is valuable to Emery, rather than an addition to the Spaniard’s long list of current concerns.