In and amongst the drama last night, many Arsenal fans might have failed to notice an unused, little heard of young gun on the substitute bench. With Mannone drawing a lot of attention on his Champions League debut, and with much inexperience on the bench, Sanchez Watt proved to be the most surprising inclusion in the 18-man squad.
The eighteen year old forward doesn’t have the reputation of Wilshere or Lansbury, hasn’t commanded a transfer fee comparable to Ramsey or even Sunu, he hasn’t even announced himself internationally in the fashion of Afobe or Freeman. But Sanchez Watt has many fans. Over the last year or so, he’s missed large parts of consecutive seasons through injury, but still has managed to impress fans, coaches and, most importantly, Arsene Wenger.
Indeed, Mr Wenger seems to have a very personal interest in Sanchez’s development. From bringing him into his Emirates Cup team, to requesting for his removal at half time in order to have him available for last night’s fixture, the manager seems to be engineering a Wilshere-esque ascendency for this youngster.
So, why Sanchez Watt?
Well, apart from a crippling lack of other options, Sanchez is especially quick, which is an attribute Arsenal’s other fit strikers lack. He is also direct and not afraid to take on his marker. His versatility must also be attractive to a man who’s had particular success with strikers who have started on the wing. He also seems to be particularly calm under pressure, either when finishing or being challenged.
In general, it is obvious that Wenger sees some genuine quality in Sanchez and he seems a certainty for the Carling Cup next week.
Article By Gianni Sonvinco
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