But it is unlikely that Arsene would persuade Fabregas to commit for 8 years if he didn't intend to be around himself. Fabregas could become the Alex James to Wenger's Herbert Chapman. And the parallel doesnt stop there, some of the Arsenal crowd used to moan that Alex was not good enough. Nothing changes eh?

Arsene will be really pleased that his birthday is today, as he can watch his beloved Arsenal as a celebration. Not everyone gets to watch Arsenal on their Birthday so let's hope the team get a good result to give the great man a really happy birthday.

He is already the greatest manager Arsenal have ever had, the trophies and the move to the new stadium prove it. How great will he be by his 65th birthday? I for one am in no rush to find out, let's enjoy the wonderful football he produces in the here and now.

Happy Birthday Arsene from the Arsenal Times and its readers.

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