Opinion – David Luiz can still be an asset to Arsenal despite his poor season

Few players in the Premier League era have divided opinion as much as David Luiz.

The Brazilian can be the most delightful player to watch in a game yet become the most frustrating footballer in the world in his very next game.

He has had a stellar career playing for the likes of Chelsea and PSG even becoming the world’s most expensive defender at some point.

However, let’s be honest, Luiz has been terrible for Arsenal since he moved across town from Chelsea this summer.

He has failed to live up to his reputation at the Emirates Stadium, and I think this is because he has been played in the wrong position.

Luiz is a centre back like we all know, but I reckon that he has played some of his best football as a defensive midfielder and that is the position he should be playing at Arsenal.

When Rafa Benitez arrived for his temporary stint at Chelsea, the Spaniard had so many defenders that he decided to deploy Luiz in midfield.

Luiz starred in that position and helped Chelsea win the Europa League. Arsenal is in need of a midfielder like Luiz and they have to take him into their midfield sooner than later.

The reasons why I am so convinced that Luiz would be a midfield star at Arsenal is because, firstly, he has an amazing passing range.

Secondly, It can be difficult for anyone to dribble past him, thirdly, Luiz has a good shot in him.

These attributes can make anyone thrive in the centre of the park. Arsenal may have to move one of Granit Xhaka or Lucas Torreira on before playing David Luiz in the midfield, I think they should do whatever they can to get Luiz playing in a position he is probably better suited to.