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'Something isn't working' - Arsenal legend Winterburn urges club to strengthen defence

A former Gunners star believes the club must sort out their defensive woes if they are to return to Europe's elite

Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn has urged the club to strengthen in defence ahead of the new season if the club want to return to the Champions League.

The club have signed a centre-back this summer, but have loaned 18-year-old William Saliba back to St. Etienne in France for the 2019-20 season.

Winterburn, who won three league titles in north London during a 13-year Gunners’ career, acknowledged that central defenders currently on the books might have to be moved on before his former club can find a combination that will return them to Europe’s elite.