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.

Is time running out for Mark Hughes?

Not for the first time, money could be downfall of another young british talent, and this time it's a manager. Mark Hughes arguably one of Britain's best managerial prospects, is under immense pressure at Manchester City.

With Samba stars, Robinho, Jo and Elano in their squad along with good talent from their own youth ranks in the form of Micah Richards, Joe Hart and Steven Ireland, Hughes is expected to guide the team to a European spot at the end of the season.

Despite the good form of Robinho and Steven Ireland, results have deteriorated in recent weeks, culminating in a 2-1 home loss to Tottenham yesterday, the Arab owners must be running out of patience with the ex-Manchester United star.

Hughes should be given time to cultivate his team, they've shown glimpses of becoming a top four team and they just need the consistency. They have, in my opinion, one of the best young managers around and should stick with him. There is no doubt that Manchester City will become one of the top clubs in England given their financial clout, I just hope it's with the Welshman still in charge.