So Wenger has purchsed the "special talent" he has been looking for, but what will Arsenal get?

Andrey Arshavin has officially signed for Arsenal after a day of protracted negotiations. It was on, then off, then on again and finally Arsenal have their man.

Arsene Wenger and the Arsenal board are generally very reluctant to spend big money unless the player is worth it, so should Arsenal fans be excited at the prospect of the 27 year-old Russian racing through the Tottenham defence this weekend?

The video below showcases a compilation of the Russian's undoubted talents. The directness and penetration that the Russian possesses has been lacking in the Arsenal team since Theo Walcott and Thomas Rosicky suffered injuries, and he could become the key to gaining ground on the top four.