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Who were Arsenal's first-choice defensive partnership limiting Vermaelen's opportunities?
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Answer
Per Mertesacker and Laurent Koscielny formed Arsenal's formidable defensive partnership, limiting Thomas Vermaelen's playing time. Their exceptional understanding, aerial prowess, and ability to organize the backline made them the preferred choice for manager Arsène Wenger. Vermaelen, despite his quality, often found himself on the bench due to the consistent performances of Mertesacker and Koscielny.
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