Arsenal frequently uses one or the other fullback (or both) for width, so they're far up the field when we lose the ball. The winger is supposed to be alert to this, and of course the covering/holding mids. The advantage of this scheme is that Bellerin can bomb forward more often, knowing Gabriel has the area behind him. Mertesacker is not called on to chase or mark as often. Obviously, the wingbacks still have important defensive duties. The personnel we have are, I think, very well suited to this tactical approach.
The disadvantage is that Aaron Ramsey is being asked to stay home, at least at first. When we're on top, I think he'll have license to get as far forward as he likes, and the wingbacks can pinch in a bit to make it very hard to go through our middle. The Walcott/Alexis/Campbell positions can interchange like they do now. (Ox subs in here.) If Mesut has to be rested, Ramsey will move up and Flam takes his place. Note that we can do this and still have excellent cover at every defensive position.
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