Following the conclusion of the transfer window, Arsenal now have twelve players playing for other clubs abroad.
In somewhat a surprise to many Arsenal fans, Jack Wilshere joined Bournemouth on loan for the season. Although it was a surprise to see him leave for the season, the move does make sense. Wilshere needs game time and has fallen down the pecking order at Arsenal.
The other high-profile name to leave Arsenal on loan, was Joel Campbell. While it was thought that Arsene Wenger might keep Campbell, the Costa Rican was sent out on loan to Sporting Lisbon.
Calum Chambers also was sent on loan to Middlesbrough in order to gain game time, especially as it seems Rob Holding is the preferred choice ahead of him.
So with twelve players out on loan and most teams returning to action post the international break, let’s have a look at how the players got on.
Joel Campbell
Campbell scored his first goal for Sporting as they beat Moreirense 3-1 in the Primeira Liga.
Jack Wilshere
The England international came on from the bench in the 63rd minute as Bournemouth beat West Bromwich Albion 1-0.
Daniel Crowley
Daniel Crowley was an unused substitute as Oxford United beat Swindon Town 2-0.
Jon Toral
Toral wwas not included in Granada’s matchday squad – they lost 2-1 to Eibar.
Glen Kamara
Glen Kamara was an unused substitute in Colchester’s match against Blackpool. Colchester won 3-2.
Wojciech Szczesny
Szczesny played the full 90 minutes in Roma’s 3-2 win over Sampdoria.
Takuma Asano
Arsenal’s summer signing joined Stuttgart on loan after Arsenal could not gain a permit.
The Japanese international came on as a 81st minute substitute in Stuttgart’s 2-1 loss against FC Heidenheim.
Calum Chambers
Chambers was an unused substitute as Middlesbrough lost 2-1 Crystal Palace.
Stefan O'Connor
Stefan O’Connor was an unused substitute as FC Maastricht drew 1-1 with PSV Eindhoven.
Kelechi Nwakali has not joined the club as of yet.
Ryan Huddart
Ryan Huddart was an un-used sub in Eastleigh FC’s 1-1 draw with Southport.
Tafari Moore
Was an un-used substitute as FC Utrecht drew 1-1 with Zwolle.
Julio Pleguezuelo
Pleguezuelo – who is playing at his hometown club – was an un-used substitue as Mallroca lost 1-0 to Rayo Vallecano.