Fabregas will leave if Arsenal don't win, so are medals the new standard for loyalty?

Cesc Fabregas has reportedly admitted speaking to Real Madrid about a move back to Spain, but stated now is not the right time to leave Arsenal.

However, in a worrying warning to all us Gooners, the 21-year-old has stated that if the club goes for a fourth consecutive season without silverware, he'll more than likely be off, as his ambition is to win medals, not to be a part of the oh-so-near brigade that Arsenal have become in the past couple of years.

In a day and age where player loyalty is a dim and distant memory, Cesc has at least given us an insight into what he wants for his career and I can hardly blame him for wanting to create a legacy for himself.

The fact that he signed the longest contract in the Premier League a couple of seasons ago - tying him to the Gunners for eight years - doesn't actually mean that much any more. The whisper is that Arsene Wenger is trying to get Fab 4 to sign a new deal that would make him the club's top earner, but contracts mean very little these days and if Cesc decided he didn't want to play for Arsenal any more then the club could do very little to prevent him from moving on.

If the Arsenal can win some silverware this season, it would appear that Fabregas would be happy to stay and hopefully become the central figure in a team that would dominate the domestic game for a number of years. And if Le Boss has his way, then hopefully they could also dominate Europe.

Another season without a trophy and it sounds like Cesc will return to Spain, albeit for big money, but it's a worrying prospect for the Gunners, as I don't think he'd be the only one to start questioning his position in a team that isn't regularly collecting winners' medals.

We're very spoiled at Arsenal these days. Us Gooners have become accustomed to winning things, as well as getting to watch football the way it's supposed to be played.

But another season with a bare trophy cabinet could bring about the end of an era, leaving - and I don't say this lightly - the great man himself, Arsene Wenger, in danger of being questioned about his qualities.

So what do you reckon? Is the current Arsenal squad capable of winning the Premier League this season? Or do you think the team might struggle and as a result break up when the 2008-09 season concludes? Share your thoughts here using our comments section

What the papers say: Fabregas will leave if Arsenal don't win silverware

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The Sun - Denilson: I can save Gun money

DENILSON reckons he can save Arsenal a fortune in the transfer market this summer.

The Times - Market forces at work as teams chase their targets

Great expectations Arsène Wenger’s youngsters ran out of steam, attacking players and concentration after early brilliance last term, so if lessons are learnt, they may sustain a challenge to the finish line this time.

The Mirror - Frank McLintock: Arsenal need to buy big for success

Arsenal need to make a significant shift in transfer policy if they are to end their three-year drought of honours. That is the opinion of former captain Frank McLintock, who led the Gunners to their famous League and FA Cup Double in 1971 and whose allegiance to the club remains as strong as ever.

The Daily Mail - Fabregas: I'm not ready for Real Madrid move... but I can't take another trophyless season at Arsenal

Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas has hinted he is interested in a move to Real Madrid, but poured cold water on the idea he could move to the Bernabeu this summer.  

The Daily Express - Fabregas: Not right time for Real

Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas has hinted he is interested in a move to Real Madrid, but poured cold water on the idea he could move to the Bernabeu this summer.

The Daily Star - Fergie's shock Henry swoop

SIR ALEX FERGUSON is weighing up a shock £15m swoop to sign Arsenal legend Thierry Henry.

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What the papers say: Real Madrid bid for Fabregas

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News Of The World - Real in for Fabregas
REAL MADRID will step up their pursuit of Arsenal’s Cesc Fabregas after conceding defeat in the battle to sign Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Sunday Mirror - Adebayor and Toure to line up for Arsenal at start of season
Arsenal are set to be given a double boost after a summer of upheaval at the Emirates.

The Sunday Telegraph - Samir Nasri praises Arsene Wenger's approach to grooming young Arsenal players
Samir Nasri believes Arsene Wenger's footballing philosophy and track record with youngsters make Arsenal the ideal place to develop as a player.

The Observer - Age-old wisdom of Wenger can help Big Phil
Luiz Felipe Scolari should ask Arsène Wenger for tips on dealing with Sir Alex Ferguson.

The Mail On Sunday - Wenger fights to keep £6m Senderos: Four gone, Adebayor wavering, can Arsenal boss win his latest battle?
Newcastle have made a shock bid for Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos, increasing the growing tension between Arsene Wenger and his board over the continuing exodus of players.

The Daily Star Sunday - The Gall is mine
Arsene Wenger is set to hand William Gallas a second chance as Arsenal skipper – just to keep him at the club.

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