Under most circumstances, Arsenal fans would have been elated over their club signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Dortmund in January, but there was one crucial factor holding us back.

Even though Arsenal were signing a striker who, despite not wanting to be at Dortmund, had scored 21 goals in 24 appearances, most Gooners knew that somehow Arsene Wenger would manage to break him.

It’s happened with Alexandre Lacazette. A man who netted 37 goals in 45 appearances for Lyon last season now looks completely devoid of confidence because of Wenger’s inexplicable substitutions.

What’s more, Arsenal now have some excellent midfielders available: Jack Wilshere, Aaron Ramsey, Mesut Ozil and Henrikh Mkhitaryan. But Wenger’s tactics have managed to make even them look as if they lack any creativity or flare.

Arsenal’s defence is a shambles and there’s no fixing that. Our defence has been terrible for years, even after Steve Bould, one of the greatest defenders to ever play for the club, took Pat Rice’s place as assistant manager.

I’m not entirely sure what Bould actually does during training other than follow Wenger around.

Depressingly, none of these things are going to change. Wenger’s not going to change the way Arsenal play, so, until the Frenchman leaves, we’re just going to have to get used to being disappointed. A lot.

Here’s what Arsenal fans shouldn’t expect to change until Wenger stands down:

1. Bouncebackability

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We’ll forever have to listen to Wenger – and players – spout nonsense about ‘bouncing back’ after a defeat. Of course, we never actually do bounce back.

2. Excuses

Arsene Wenger, with a finger to his chin, ponders what fourth official Anthony Taylor is saying during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on December 2, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
(Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

We were jaded, tired, little bit handbrake, too many injuries – the list goes on.

3. Mental strength and spirit

Wenger's face during a post-match interview before Arsenal signed Mesut Ozil in 2013
Wenger’s face during a post-match interview before Arsenal signed Mesut Ozil in 2013.

During the odd occasion when Arsenal do win, we have to listen to Wenger’s Wengerisms. They were once sort of endearing. Now, they are not.

4. Irate Twitter fans

Arsenal fans react during the Premier League match with Everton at Goodison Park in 2014.

In the past, keyboard warriors have been annoying. But now I’m more annoyed at Wenger because I’m agreeing with them!

5. Fans booing

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I’ve gotten pretty used to the fans booing, not that the club seems to care.

6. Being a laughing stock

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Arsenal are the laughing stock of the Premier League. Wenger’s become a caricature of himself.

7. Opposition always look like they want it more

Oxlade-Chamberlain in action against Liverpool this past weekend
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Arsenal never look ‘up for it’ any more. We just looked bored and tired.

8. Selling players to rivals

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First Robin van Persie and now Alexis Sanchez. Why were our only two options to allow the Chilean to either sign for Manchester United or leave on a free at the end of the season?

9. Players wanting to leave

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Mesut Ozil is a God among men for choosing to stay.

10. Injuries

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Arsenal almost always top the Injury League table and although we’ve gotten better this season, we’re still not out of the woods.

11. Terrible goalkeeping

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Remember when Wojciech Szczesny was supposed to be returning to Arsenal and fighting for his place as #1?

12. Coat-gate

Why can’t the man do his damn coat up?!

13. Not signing actual players the team needs

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 24: Laurent Koscielny of Arsenal during Carabao Cup Semi-Final Second Leg match between Arsenal and Chelsea the at Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
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Look, I’m not complaining that we signed Aubameyang but where are all the defenders?!

14. Not adapting tactics

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Whether the opposition want to sit behind the ball or have a go, it doesn’t matter because we’ll play exactly the same.

15. Laughable defending

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Do I really need to explain this one? It used to mainly be set-pieces and corners we were bad at defending. Now it’s just everything.

16. Some sort of massive embarrassment

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This season, it was losing to Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup. There’s always something.

17. Like a new signing

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Arsenal fans still get excited when an injured player returns just in case they inject something different into the side.

18. Benching stars for massive games

Lacazette on the bench during Arsenal’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Lacazette against Liverpool. Enough said.

19. Players’ futures constantly being speculated about

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Now that Alexis has gone and Ozil has signed a new deal, the media have moved onto Aaron Ramsey.

20. Constant questions over Arsenal’s hunger

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Mesut Ozil of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
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We don’t just look hungry – we’re starving.

21. Close but no cigar

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Wenger somehow convinces Arsenal to play well when it’s too late at the end of the season.

22. Struggling against lower league teams

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We can make any old team look great.

23. Defeat at home by average side

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0-0 at home to Red Star Belgrade was a real season highlight for me.

24. Defeat to opposition’s only shot on target

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Sam Clucas has scored three goals this season. All three have been against Arsenal.

Last month, he scored two goals against us with three shots.

25. No Plan B

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You never get the sense Arsenal can turn a game around anymore.

26. Unlucky [insert name of another striker]

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal reacts following a missed chance during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on February 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
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It was Theo Walcott but he escaped signed for Everton in January and now Laca’s taken his place.

27. Missing midfield

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I’m about to start putting up posters.

28. Unexplained subs

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When Arsenal need goals, Wenger will take off his main striker. When we need to be defensive, he’ll attack. He makes no sense!

29. Zonal marking

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Wenger loves it and it can work for a lot of teams… just not for Arsenal because we’re terrible.

30. No leaders

WATFORD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 14: Per Mertesacker of Arsenal looks dejected in defence the Premier League match between Watford and Arsenal at Vicarage Road on October 14, 2017 in Watford, England. (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images)
(Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images)

Is it because Wenger doesn’t sign them or because he gives the armband to the wrong men?