Arsenal Loan Prospects: Can Henri Lansbury Break into the Arsenal Side?

Since the Arsene Wenger era began in 1996, Arsenal have been renowned for their exciting and endless array of teenage talent that fluctuates their academy and reserves.

The North London giants boast a terrific nursery for the next footballing gem as Wenger and his team integrate them into the demanding professional career of football.

The likes of Ashley Cole, Jack Wilshere, Nicklas Bendtner and Kieran Gibbs are notable graduates of the highly prestigious Arsenal academy.

One of the main tactics in developing young talents implemented by Wenger is loan spells. Almost every touted youngster is sent on loan to lower league sides—primarily in Championship and League One—in order to gain valuable experience and receive a small token of the intensity English football is like.

Ashley Cole was a Wimbledon loanee, whilst Jack Wilshere's loan spell at Bolton last season has been integral in his rise to the top of the midfield chain. Sharphshooter Nicklas Bendtner spent the entire 2006/2007 campaign impressing with Birmingham City whilst Kieran Gibbs established himself with Norwich City.

This season Wenger's loaning tactics has continued with a handful of young guns loaned out throughout the season—some long term others short. Currently there is an outstanding 18 players away on loan, a credit to the talent of Arsenal's youth.

Arguably the most promising prospect looks to be young English midfielder Henri Lansbury. The 20-year-old is now enjoying his fourth loan spell loan spell since 2008/2009.

Each spell Lansbury has become more and more promising, consistently proving he is an exciting prospect. The Arsenal FC Academy graduate imposed his presence with League One outfit Scunthorpe—scoring four goals in a short 16-appearance stint.

Last season saw Lansbury spend the entire season with Championship side Watford.

The English U-21 star made a strong 39 appearances with five goals. This saw Lansbury receive a surprise start in Arsenal's League Cup match against rivals Tottenham last September. ANd the midfield dynamo seized the opportunity with a superb goal.

However since November Lansbury has been with Norwich City and his performances so far have earned the young gun heavy plaudits from many. Lansbury's presence in the midfield has been superb, conveying an intelligent passing range as well as impressive speed and strength.

Norwich manager Paul Lambert believes the 20-year-old has a big future at Arsenal. Is he correct?

With Czech-playmaker Tomas Rosicky at a veteran age of 30—whilst the roles of Denilson and French international Abou Diaby under scrutiny—akin to Jack Wilshere, next season could see Lansbury break into the Arsenal midfield.

Arsene Wenger is a big fan of the Englishman and his loan spells have ensured he has gained sufficient experience.

Can Henri Lansbury break into the Arsenal side?