Should Arsenal Sell Eduardo to Sign Hugo Rodallega?

When legendary striker Thierry Henry finally departed Arsenal in 2007 after a memorable eight-year spell with the club, his replacement was much anticipated. Who would Arsene Wenger bring in to replace his French X-factor?

The replacement was Eduardo Da Silva, a talented Croatian who had been excelling in the Croatian League with Dinamo Zagreb. The Croatian was blessed with blistering pace, a fierce shot and the rare ability to be icy cool in the goal area.

Eduardo started slowly in the Premier League, taking time to adapt to the physicality of the English game. But around Christmas, the Croatian international began to blossom. Come 2008, the footballing world witnessed another star striker embark onto the EPL.

But then on Feb. 23, 2008, a horror challenge left "Dudu" with a horror injury. A broken fibula and dislocated ankle saw the 27-year-old spend just under a year on the sidelines.

Although Eduardo's comeback to the Arsenal side has been admirable and a joy to watch, his form has since evaded him. This campaign, it has been evident Eduardo is no longer the damaging forward he used to be.

Lacking in confidence and skills, the Croatian star has contributed solidly this season for the Gunners, but sadly, many feel his time in the English game is over. Furthermore, with rumours from the likes of Lyon, Wenger may feel obligated to allow Eduardo to depart the Emirates.

This could see the Frenchman attract a handy profit for his striker which would enable him to pursue a quality replacement. One player who would have no difficulty performing at Arsenal is Wigan's star frontman, Hugo Rodallega.

The Columbian sharpshooter has had an impressive season with Wigan and many clubs are vying for his signature. Fortunately, the 25-year-old has expressed a desire to play at Arsenal, which only strengthens Wenger's reason to offer for the former Necaxa striker.

Rodallega is strong and agile making himself a powerful striker. Rodallega has been one of Wigan's top performers in their struggle to survive, with nine goals in 34 appearances.

The addition of the Columbian would allow more depth in the Arsenal forward ranks and also provide more versatility.

When the usual injury bomb deploys itself in the Arsenal base, Rodallega's presence could prove useful.

So should Wenger sell Eduardo to obtain the talented Hugo Rodallega?